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 Cats hold a respected place in Islamic tradition. However, the ruling regarding water drunk by a cat—commonly referred to as “cat leftovers” in fiqh terminology—has been discussed extensively in classical jurisprudence. This article examines the hadith narrations and the opinions of major scholars, particularly within the Hanafi school, to determine whether performing ablution with such water is permissible or merely disliked (makruh). In a hadith narrated by Abu Huraira (may Allah be pleased with him), the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: “The cat is a predatory animal.” (Ahmed b. Hanbal, Musnad 2/442; Darekutni, Sunan, Taharat, 1/69; Zeylei, Nasbu’r-Raye, 1/127.) It is one of the animals whose meat is not eaten. This hadith indicates that the water a cat drinks is impure. Indeed, the water that predatory animals drink is impure. This is because predatory animals eat carrion. Cats, whether domesticated or wild, eat carrion. Tahawi (may Allah have mercy on him) said...

Divorce in Islam is not merely the separation of two adults; it directly affects the future of a child. One of the most discussed issues in Islamic jurisprudence is hidanah — the right of child custody and care after separation. Many people ask: Who receives custody after divorce in Islam? Does the mother automatically have priority? Can the child choose? This article examines the concept of hidanah within classical Islamic law, compares scholarly opinions across schools of thought, and evaluates the issue from the perspective of the child’s best interest. “Divorce is a separation; but for the child, it is the beginning of a new life. So, with whom will this life be shaped?” When a marriage ends, the most precious thing left behind is the child. The Islamic rules that determine the child’s care, upbringing, and who they will live with are called ‘hidanah rights’; this right is a responsibility shaped by conscience regarding who the child will live with after the separation. A woman cam...