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Is it permissible to sell pork for a specific period with the aim of settling debts and regaining customers, without making a profit from it?

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Allah has forbidden the Muslim from selling pork. It has been authentically reported from the Prophet (ﷺ) that he said: "Indeed, Allah and His Messenger have forbidden the sale of alcoholic beverages, dead animals, pork, and idols." It is not permissible for a Muslim to commit sins in pursuit of sustenance, for trading in pork and alcohol are among the gravest sins. A Muslim must fear Allah and abandon this idea, for whoever fears Allah, He will make for him a way out and provide for him from where he does not expect.

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