In Islam, there are two terms that refer to what is allowed and what is not allowed: halal and haram. Halal refers to things that are permissible or lawful in Islam, while haram refers to things that are forbidden or unlawful. Halal is not only related to food, but it encompasses all aspects of behavior and choices. The rules of halal are inspired by the Quran and remain the same throughout time.

Halal food and meat are defined based on many factors, including how the animal is slaughtered, the type of animal, and whether it has come into contact with haram food. Halal meat comes from animals that are slaughtered according to Islamic law, and it is free from illness-causing bacteria. On the other hand, haram meat includes pork and pork products, carnivorous animals, birds of prey, insects, and amphibians.

In addition to food, halal and haram refer to other areas of human life, such as prayer, monthly fasting, and observance of Ramadan. There are four types of halal: wajib (compulsory), mustahab (recommended), mubah (permissible), and makruh (disliked) . Haram products are deemed unhealthy or harmful to life.

It is important to note that halal and haram are not limited to Muslims only, and anyone can eat halal food regardless of their religious beliefs.