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The sacrifice of an animal during the Hajj also represents man's
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victory over the animal kingdom. At one time people had to hide
or lock themselves up to protect themselves from dangerous
animals, but now many of us live in cities where we are secure
from tigers, lions, snakes and other wild beasts. This is a sign from
Allah that He has raised the intellect of man above the instincts of
animals. He has dignified man above the animal kingdom.
The animals designated for sacrifice are the sheep, goat, cow
and camel. If none of these is available, other animals such as the
ox, ram, etc., are acceptable. When we study the nature of these ani-
mals we see how they characteristically reflect qualities of human
nature. The camel is a cool (not easily excited), dignified, wise,
prudent and alert animal. When it moves about it watches every
side. While running it is careful to look straight ahead to be certain
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THE ’ID FESTIVALS
THE ID FESTIVALS
victory over the animal kingdom. At one time people had to hide
or lock themselves up to protect themselves from dangerous
animals, but now many of us live in cities where we are secure
from tigers, lions, snakes and other wild beasts. This is a sign from
Allah that He has raised the intellect of man above the instincts of
animals. He has dignified man above the animal kingdom.
The animals designated for sacrifice are the sheep, goat, cow
and camel. If none of these is available, other animals such as the
ox, ram, etc., are acceptable. When we study the nature of these ani-
mals we see how they characteristically reflect qualities of human
nature. The camel is a cool (not easily excited), dignified, wise,
prudent and alert animal. When it moves about it watches every
side. While running it is careful to look straight ahead to be certain