What is the ruling on slaughtering a chicken while it is standing, and will its wings break if it is laid on its side, causing blood to pool in them and turn them blue?
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It is recommended that a specific method be used for slaughtering animals (other than camels): that the animal be laid on its left side, facing the . This is because it is more comfortable for the animal and easier for the slaughters. If slaughtering it while standing or kneeling is better for it, there is no objection. The intent is to perfect the slaughter and alleviate the animal's suffering, and this is not a condition for the validity of the sacrifice.
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