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Why does Islam and Kosher prepare food religiously, are there similarities and differences?
Why does Islam and Kosher prepare food religiously, are there similarities and differences?
I chose this topic because, I have always seen Halal and Kosher shops and never thought much about them; this project was a perfect chance for me to research Halal and Kosher.
What is Halal?
What is Halal?
Halal is a preparation of how Muslims eat meat. If you are very serious about Islam, you only shop for meat or buy it at halal butcheries. According to wikipedia this is what Halal means. ¨Halal refers to what is permissible or lawful in traditional Islamic law. It is frequently applied to permissible food and drinks. ¨
“Halal.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 5 Nov. 2017, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halal.
What is Kosher?
What is Kosher?
Kosher is divided into 3 categories, meat, dairy and Pareve. For meat the animal must eat it's curd and have split hooves (Cows, sheep and goat; rabbits kangaroos and fox are not Kosher). Now onto dairy, the dairy must come from a Kosher animal. Pareve that are not meat nor dairy which means that it must be pure, if you are having pure chocolate and cookies and other snacks may not be processed with meat or meaty foods unless certified Pareve. According to the dictionary Kosher means (of food, or premises in which food is sold, cooked, or eaten) satisfying the requirements of Jewish law.
Where does the concept come from?
Where does the concept come from?
In the Quran it states that Halal is lawful meat, “The Quran tells us that God is extremely displeased with those who prohibit anything that is not specifically prohibited by God (16:116). The upholding of any prohibitions not specifically mentioned in the Quran is tantamount to idolatry (6:148-150). Such prohibitions represent a law from some other god(s) beside God. Worshiping God Alone means following His Law and no other law.” This quote gives readers an idea that Allah came up with idea. The concept comes from Mecca when Prophet Muhammad gave out his teachings.
Kashrut comes from the word Kaf-Shin-Reish meaning fit proper or correct. The idea of the dietary law comes from Elohim, the god, much like Islam. This concept comes from Jerusalem.
When did this start?
When did this start?
With Halal, there has been lots of discussion and, whilst I was researching I found a rather interesting theory about Halal's beginnings.
According to Bergeaud-Blackler, who has studied Halal for the last 20 years, “Eating Halal is presented today as an obligatory practice for Muslims, even though the term didn’t exist in the Muslim world before it was exported by developed countries.”
I could not find any information about Kosher beginnings and when it started.
Where did it start?
Where did it start?
Halal: “[The Quran 2:173] He only prohibits for you the eating of animals that die of themselves (without human interference), blood, the Meat of pigs, and animals dedicated to other than GOD. If one is forced (to eat these), without being malicious or deliberate, he incurs no sin. GOD is Forgiver, Most Merciful.” It started in Mecca, where Prophet Muhammad gave out his teachings.
Kosher:
1275 BCE – Torah Received at Sinai
"It is estimated that 1.2 million Jewish people personally accepted the Torah at Mt. Sinai and began practicing its principles. The Torah is the foundation of all Jewish and Kosher values. Among its Kosher laws are the specific animals, fish and fowl that may be consumed and general descriptions of how they may be prepared and eaten."
1563 – Torah Law Codified
"The combined laws of Torah, Mishna and Talmud were organized by Rabbi Yosef Caro in a terse Code of Jewish Law called Shulchan Aruch. Divided into four sections, Shulchan Aruch is a complete guide to daily Jewish life. It includes instructions on personal conduct, kosher, relationships, reproduction, finance, law and more. Rabbi Caro is commonly referred to as “The Author” on account of his Shulchan Aruch."
Fun facts about Halal and Kosher!
Fun facts about Halal and Kosher!
- All seafood is halal. Fish that has scales is Halal, but animals that live both in the water and on land are not permissible (for example, frogs may not be eaten). There is a debate about shellfish, but most think it is not halal.
- The halal process also produces cleaner, more tender, and tastier meat.
- Animals need to be killed in a special way. ( The animal should be slaughtered by hand so that all the blood could be drained from the slaughtered {dead} animal before they can eat the animal. It is called "Zabah Halal" in Arabic language meaning "Permissible Slaughter".)
Here are some fun facts about Kosher!
- Of the 10.5 million Americans who eat Kosher products, only 20 percent are Jewish!
- The Kosher market accounts for $100 billion in annual sales, $40 billion in the U.S.
Citations:
Citations:
Eardley, Nick. “What Is Halal Meat?” BBC News, 12 May 2014, www.bbc.com/news/uk-27324224.
“What Is Kosher? Meat, Dairy & Pareve Food Categories.” OK Kosher Certification, Ok.org, 9 Jan. 2000, www.ok.org/companies/what-is-kosher/meat-dairy-pareve-setting-boundaries/.
“True Islam.” True Islam - Halal Meat, www.quran-islam.org/articles/halal_meat_(P1156).html. “Kashrut: Jewish Dietary Laws.” Kashrut: Jewish Dietary Laws / Torah 101 / Mechon Mamre, www.mechon-mamre.org/jewfaq/kashrut.htm.
HAMZA, Assiya. “New Book Claims Halal Is ‘Invented Tradition’, Not a Pillar of Islam.” France 24, France 24, 27 Jan. 2017, www.france24.com/en/20170127-france-new-book-claims-halal-market-invented-tradition-not-pillar-islam.
“Kosher Foods.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 16 Oct. 2017, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kosher_foods.
“Halal- and Haram-Related Verses in the Quran.” Allah, God, Quran, Islam, Progressive Muslims, 29 July 2016, progressive-muslim.org/halal-haram-quran.htm.
“Timeline of Kosher.” OK Kosher Certification, www.ok.org/about/our-ongoing-story/a-timeline-of-kosher/.
“Halal.” Wikipedia, Wikimedia Foundation, 5 Nov. 2017, en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Halal.
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