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e can also see clear proofs of Allah’s endless
mercy, compassion, and generosity in the
world of animals. It is yet another proof of the
All Merciful and Most Merciful Allah’s compas-
sion that He made animals to serve people as providers of
meat, milk, leather, and honey, and for carrying people and
loads, drawing chariots, and for hunting.
The gentle expression on the faces of young animals, their
helplessness and obedience, are manifestations of Allah’s com-
passion and love. Even young wolves, jackals, tigers, and croc-
odiles – all wild animals, awaken feelings of pity and compas-
sion in human beings. This is a clear manifestation of Allah as
the All-Merciful.
Every new-born animal is weak and helpless. Knowing
nothing of the surrounding danger, it needs a protector to
feed it so that it can grow up to be strong and survive.
There is almost no chance of its surviving on its
own. This role is filled by its parents,
who will protect it from danger,
feed it and, if necessary,