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Snake as pets?
Question
Salaams…is it permissible to keep a snake as a pet?
Answer
The Hadith has encouraged the killing of snakes, lizards and scorpions. Thus, it is strongly discouraged to keep such creatures as pets.
And Allah Knows Best
- Answered by
- Mufti Suhail Tarmahomed
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