“The example of those who take allies other than Allah is like that of the spider who takes a home. And indeed, the weakest of homes is the home of the spider, if they only knew.” This verse is of course an excellent example of how God uses literary devices to challenge the reader.
The parable of those who take protectors other than God is that of a spider spinning a shelter. And the flimsiest of all shelters is certainly that of a spider, if only they knew.
- A snake indicates an enemy, while a spider or a spider's web near or over a person is someone weaving mischief over that person. A scorpion is a sign of illness and that an enemy is near, while a ram, especially if black and white, implies intrusion or suppression from a stronger authority.
The parable of those who take protectors other than Allah is that of a spider spinning a shelter. And the flimsiest of all shelters is certainly that of a spider, if only they knew.
Truly, the spider's house is the flimsiest home, if they only could understand. The likeness of those who take for themselves guardians apart from Allah is as the likeness of the spider that takes for itself a house, and surely the feeblest of houses is indeed the house of the spider, if they only knew.
THE STORY OF THE HIJRA
The lowly spider is a strong hero in this traditional story about Muhammad. During the Prophet's flight from Makkah (Mecca) to Madinah (Medina) on the journey called the Hijra (Hejira), he stopped in a cave with his follower, Abu Bakr, to escape his pursuers.
Conclusion Overall, there are 8 insects mentioned in the Quran; ants, bees, flies, mosquitoes, locust, qummal, termites, and moths. Three of them; flies, mosquitoes, and moths are mentioned as parable while locust is mentioned as parable and plague that descend upon the non-believers.
Fourteen hundred years ago the prophet Mohammed was being chased by his enemies near Mecca when he hid in a cave. Miraculously, an acacia tree sprang up out of the ground in front of the cave. A wood-pigeon nested in the tree and a spider made its web between the cave entrance and the tree.
Additionally, one can recite Surah Al-Falaq (the 113th chapter of the Quran) which begins with “Say: I seek refuge in the Lord of mankind” to protect oneself from all forms of harm and danger. Reciting these prayers regularly will provide protection against any form of danger or harm.
The last 3 Sūrahs of the Qur'ān are the strongest protection against envy, evil eye, magic and jinn. It is Sunnah to read them three times in the morning and evening, three times before going to sleep, once after every Salāh, and when one is ill.
In many cultures, spiders are symbols of good luck or money, and are represented in various art forms such as paintings, poetry and children's rhymes. In some parts of the modern day world, such as in Cambodia, cooked tarantula spiders are considered a delicacy.
The spider was syncretically associated with the goddess Neith of Ancient Egypt in her aspect as spinner and weaver of destiny, this link continuing later through the Babylonian Ishtar and the Greek Arachne, who was later equated as the Roman goddess Minerva.
Spiders are a good omen. Spiders might be one of the most feared household pests, but having one in your house signifies wealth. If a spider builds its web in your home, it will trap negative energy and help bring you good luck. Spiders during travel are often seen as tricksters.
The fear of Allah (subḥānahū wa taʿālā) is not an irrational fear. It is a fear built on knowledge. The more you get to know Him, the more you fear Him. You are in constant awe of His majesty, greatness and power.
Certain animals are considered haram, including land animals without blood, including all insects except locusts. Surah al-A'raf, V: 157; Sunan Abu Dawud, no: 3806. Most reptiles are also considered haram, as well as most pests (hasharat al-Ardh) such as mice and rats.
According to Erik Ohlander, in Quranic Arabic, taqwa refers to fear of God in terms of protecting oneself from displeasing God.
The jinn are also mentioned in collections of canonical hadiths. According to the reports of the hadiths, the jinn eat like humans, but instead of fresh food, they prefer rotten flesh and bones. Another hadith advises to close doors and keep children close at night for the jinn go around and snatch things away.
Evil Eye. According to hadith, the Prophet Muhammad confirmed that the evil eye, borne by jealousy or envy, is real and capable of causing harm or misfortune. In 20 of the 39 countries surveyed, half or more Muslims say they believe in the evil eye. Acceptance is generally highest in the Middle East and North Africa.
The Verse of Evil Eye (Arabic: آیه وَإِن يَكَادُ) is verse 51 and 52 of Al-Qalam (Q68:51-52) in the Quran. It is usually recited for protection from the evil eye.
And according to animal symbolism coach and podcast host Maggie Wilson, "The spider symbolizes creativity in the weaving of fate, [and] spider teaches you to maintain balance. It can be between past and future, physical, and spiritual."
Spider Wisdom is the knowledge or insight that comes from understanding the world through the lens of spiders. It is about looking at things from a different perspective and using that unique viewpoint to solve problems or see things in a new light.
In Islam, cats are viewed as holy animals. Above all, they are admired for their cleanliness. They are thought to be ritually clean which is why they're allowed to enter homes and even mosques. According to authentic narrations, one may make ablution for prayer with the same water that a cat has drunk from.
Prophet Sulaiman couldn't hold back a smile as he heard the ant talk, and he thanked the Almighty for the many favours bestowed upon him, including his ability to understand and avoid trampling over the homes of the ants.
In the case of crickets and worms (e.g. mealworms and silkworms), the authority, LPPOM MUI, stated that the decision is quite simple. According to Islamic literature, the Prophet has eaten grasshoppers, which belong to the same family as crickets; therefore, crickets are Halal.
Halal with conditions
If people do not have access to food and insects are available for consumption, it is permissible to eat insects for survival.