Does the pigeon have any significance in Islam, similar to its sacred symbolism in Christianity?
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Pigeons do not have a special status in Islam. They are among the birds that are permissible to eat. Pigeons in Islam do not symbolize peace; it is sufficient for Muslims to establish justice.
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