Abate Halal
Halal slaughter, known as Dhabihah, must be carried out according to specific practices to ensure that the meat is safe for consumption. The animal must be healthy at the time of slaughter, and the name of God (Allah) must be invoked with the phrase “Bismillah Allahu Akbar” (In the name of God, God is the Greatest) before the slaughter. The blood must be completely drained from the animal’s body, and the slaughter must be carried out by a qualified Muslim who is aware of Islamic laws.
Halal slaughter
Halal slaughter, known as Dhabihah, must be carried out according to specific practices to ensure that the meat is safe for consumption. The animal must be healthy at the time of slaughter, and the name of God (Allah) must be invoked with the phrase “Bismillah Allahu Akbar” (In the name of God, God is the Greatest) before the slaughter. The blood must be completely drained from the animal’s body, and the slaughter must be carried out by a qualified Muslim who is aware of Islamic laws.
Halal Slaughter Standards
1. The animal must be lawful (Halal) for consumption.
2. The person responsible for the slaughter must be Muslim.
3. The person responsible for the slaughter must be aware and have the intention of carrying out the slaughter in accordance with Halal principles.
4. It must be ensured that the animal is alive at the time of slaughter.
5. The animal must face Mecca during slaughter.
6. Slaughter must be done with a sharp metal knife.
7. The person responsible for the slaughter must pronounce the name of Allah during the procedure, saying "Bismillah Allahu Akbar" (In the name of God, God is the Greatest).
8. Slaughter must be carried out by cutting the animal's throat from the front and not from the back.
9. All four major blood vessels (trachea, esophagus, and jugular veins) must be cut at once and not just torn.
10. The animal's head must not be separated from the body.
11. A natural amount of blood should be observed from the slaughtered animal.
12. The animal must show some movement immediately after slaughter, indicating that it was alive.
Comparison with Non-Halal Slaughter Methods:
Halal slaughter follows specific procedures established by Islamic jurisprudence, while non-Halal slaughter can vary widely in practices and regulations. In Halal slaughter, the animal must be healthy and conscious at the time of slaughter, and the name of God must be pronounced. The knife used must be sharp, and draining of blood is essential. In contrast, non-Halal slaughter methods may not require the utterance of a religious invocation, and the welfare of the animal may not always be prioritized. Additionally, non-Halal methods may include the use of stunning prior to slaughter, which is not permitted in Halal, as the animal must be fully conscious during the procedure.