Glossary:
Halal: Halal is
a Quranic Term which means allowed or lawful. Halal foods and drinks are permitted for
consumption by Allah- the supreme lawgiver. Eating Halal is obligatory.
Haram: Haram is a
Quranic Term, which means prohibited or unlawful. Haram foods and drinks are absolutely
prohibited for consumption by Allah. Eating Haram is forbidden for every Muslim.
Mushbooh: Mushbooh is
an Arabic term which means suspected. If one does not know the Halal or Haram status of a
particular food or drink, such a food or drink is doubtful. A practicing Muslims prevents
himself from consuming doubtful things.