The Significance of Animals in Religious Teachings Lessons

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“Dear Friends, in today’s video, we will discuss the animals that have prayers quickly accepted by Allah Almighty and the ones upon whom He readily accepts negative supplications. Our discussion will revolve around the esteemed Prophet Solomon (PBUH), the chosen one of Allah, who was the son of Prophet David (PBUH). Following the demise of Prophet David (PBUH), Solomon (PBUH) took the throne at a young age and was blessed with miraculous abilities by Allah Almighty. Among these, the most prominent were his unparalleled kingdom, influence over jinn and demons, and the power to understand and communicate with animals and birds.

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Solomon (PBUH) was known to travel great distances within a month, and he was bestowed with the gift of understanding the language of creatures such as ants, birds, and others. He emphasized tha certain animals and birds have their prayers answered swiftly by Allah Almighty, and if humans mistreat them, their negative supplications are also accepted promptly. Solomon (PBUH) recommended that if one’s prayers are not being answered, they should perform an act of kindness towards these specific creatures. By doing so, Allah Almighty will alleviate their difficulties.

These five animals and birds are as follows: firstly, the dove, known for its affection towards Allah and His prophets, communicating its love more fervently than any other bird. It is said that when the dove sings the name of Allah, it surpasses the prayers of all other creatures. Secondly, the lizard, a creature found in many homes, some of which are harmless, while others are poisonous, capable of causing severe harm to humans. Nevertheless, the gecko is a resilient creature that survives against all odds.

Now the question arises: can we kill the gecko, and if so, will we be rewarded? And if we are rewarded, can we actively search for the gecko to kill it? The matter of whether performing the ritual ablution (ghusl) becomes obligatory after killing the gecko is also a point of contention. Some traditions attribute to the esteemed companion of the Prophet, Hazrat Ali (RA), who spoke about the characteristics and permissibility of killing the gecko.

Understanding these aspects about these creatures can help us navigate our interactions with them in a more considerate and knowledgeable manner. It is essential to respect the balance of nature and understand the significance of these creatures in our ecosystem. By acknowledging the teachings of Prophet Solomon (PBUH) and the wisdom behind his words, we can foster a more compassionate and harmonious relationship with the animals and birds around us.”