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  1. . General Halal Seafood: In general, seafood is considered Halal in Islam. This includes fish such as salmon, tuna, and trout. 2. Shellfish: The permissibility of shellfish like shrimp, crab, and lobster can vary among Islamic schools of thought. In the Hanafi school, these types of shellfish are coRead more

    . General Halal Seafood:

    • In general, seafood is considered Halal in Islam. This includes fish such as salmon, tuna, and trout.

    2. Shellfish:

    • The permissibility of shellfish like shrimp, crab, and lobster can vary among Islamic schools of thought.
    • In the Hanafi school, these types of shellfish are considered Makruh (disliked) but not Haram (forbidden).
    • In the Shafi’i school, they are generally considered Halal.

    3. Bohri Mazhab and Zibah:

    • The Bohra community follows a specific branch of Shia Islam, and their dietary practices may differ from other Sunni schools of thought.
    • Some Bohras practice a form of Zibah, which involves slaughtering animals in a specific ritualistic manner similar to the Sunni method of Zabiha or Halal slaughter.
    • Bohras may apply these principles to seafood like fish, ensuring that it is slaughtered according to their specific traditions.

    Conclusion:

    • In general, most seafood is considered Halal in Islam.
    • The permissibility of shellfish may vary depending on the Islamic school of thought. Hanafis consider them Makruh, while Shafi’is generally consider them Halal.
    • Bohras may have specific practices related to seafood and Zibah based on their religious traditions.

    It’s essential for individuals to follow the dietary guidelines of their specific Islamic school of thought or community.

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