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The prohibition of donkey meat in Islam was declared during the Battle of Khaibar (Jang-e-Khaibar), which took place in 7 A.H. This battle was fought between the Muslims, led by Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), and the Jewish tribes of Khaibar. During the campaign, the Muslim army faced food shortages, and some companions began cooking domestic donkey meat.

Upon learning this, the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) issued a clear command to prohibit the consumption of domestic donkey meat, and instructed that the pots be overturned and the meat discarded. This ruling was based on the fact that domestic donkeys were used for labor and transport, and consuming them was considered inappropriate and impure.

The prohibition is recorded in authentic Hadith collections, including Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim, and is part of Islamic dietary law. It distinguishes between halal and haram animals, guiding Muslims on what is permissible to eat. Wild donkeys (onagers), however, are not included in this ruling and are considered halal.

This MCQ is important for Islamic general knowledge and competitive exams because it highlights a key moment in the development of Islamic dietary regulations and the Prophet’s leadership in guiding the Ummah.

🔍 Key Facts

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  Donkey meat was prohibited during Jang-e-Khaibar in 7 A.H..

  
  


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  The ruling was given by Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ).

  
  


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  Domestic donkeys are haram to eat in Islam.

  
  


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  The command was to discard the meat and overturn the cooking pots.

  
  


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  The ruling is recorded in Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim.

  
  


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  Wild donkeys are not included in this prohibition.

  
  


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  The decision reflects the Islamic principles of purity and respect for working animals.

  
  


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  Jang-e-Khaibar was a turning point in Islamic dietary law.