Even animals are humbled by the word of Allah. In Bordj Bou Arreridj, Algeria, an imam was conducting the nightly Ramadan prayer when a cat jumped on him. The incident was caught on live television and quickly went viral, receiving thousands of likes and inspiring a heartwarming. The video shows the Imam, Walid Mehsas, keeping his cool and allowing the cat to perch on his shoulder without becoming alarmed.
Background of the Incident
The incident occurred during the Taraweeh, a nightly prayer that takes place every evening during the month of Ramadan. The footage, which was posted on the sheikh's official Facebook page, shows Walid Mehsas keeping his cool and allowing the cat to perch on his shoulder without becoming alarmed. Just before the imam bows during the prayer, the cat cuddles up to him once it is on his shoulder and leaps down.
The Cat's Surprise Appearance
The tiny calico cat, with orange, black, and white fur, tried to get the imam's attention by pawing at his leg, but the imam paid it no heed, per a video posted to the imam's Facebook page on Tuesday. Then the cat jumped straight onto the imam's belly and climbed up his shoulders. The Imam did not flinch but lightly petted the cat while continuing with his prayers. The cat then brushed the imam's cheek with its tail and licked his face before jumping off him.
Imam Walid Mehsas's Reaction
The imam remained unfazed, gently petting the feline while continuing with his prayers. He showed remarkable composure and kept his focus on the prayer, despite the unexpected interruption. His calm demeanor and acceptance of the cat's presence were praised by many viewers.
The Video Goes Viral
The video was shared by BBC on Thursday, and it quickly received thousands of likes. “And other than stroking the cat a little, he goes on as if nothing is happening as the cat crawls on him, I assume with claws out. That is some composure,†a user wrote. A second described an interesting story related to the incident, "There used to be a companion of the Prophet nicknamed Abu Hurayrah, translated as Father of the Kitten. He would sit with many cats and kittens, and at one point a cat was sleeping on his robe, so he cut it in half so as not to disturb that cat.â€Â
The Significance of the Incident
The incident has been widely praised for its heartwarming message of peace and harmony. Actually, it's the beauty of Islam. It has been viewed millions of times and has become a symbol of acceptance and understanding. The video has been shared by many people, and it has been used to spread the message of tolerance and respect for Islam and all Muslim living creatures. There are some reactions of people:
Cat importance in Islam
In Islam, cats are viewed as holy animals. Above all, they are admired for their immaculateness. It is thought that they are ceremonially clean, which is why they are allowed to enter dwellings and even mosques. According to authentic narrations, one may make ablution for prayer with the same water that a cat has drunk from.
