Haram
Haram (Medicine)
Haram (pronunciation: /hɑːˈrɑːm/; etymology: Arabic, meaning "forbidden") is a term used in Islamic jurisprudence to refer to anything that is prohibited by the faith. In the context of medicine, it refers to treatments, procedures, or substances that are considered forbidden according to Islamic law.
Definition
In the medical field, Haram is used to categorize certain treatments, procedures, or substances that are not permissible under Islamic law. This can include certain types of medications, surgical procedures, and even certain types of medical research.
Related Terms
- Halal (Medicine): This is the opposite of Haram. It refers to treatments, procedures, or substances that are permissible under Islamic law.
- Islamic Medical Ethics: This is a system of moral principles that apply values and judgments to the practice of medicine based on Islamic teachings.
- Islamic Bioethics: This is a study which discusses the ethical questions raised in relation to medical treatments, procedures, and research from an Islamic perspective.
Pronunciation
The term Haram is pronounced as /hɑːˈrɑːm/.
Etymology
The term Haram originates from the Arabic language, where it means "forbidden". It is used in Islamic jurisprudence to refer to anything that is prohibited by the faith.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Haram
- Wikipedia's article - Haram
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