Halal and kosher
\nBoth methods require
\nThe animals be conscious
\nWhen killed, a mire
\nOf sadness and cruelty
\nWhich isn\u2019t the way
\nAllowed in the West
\nAnd here in the U.K.
\nAnimal welfare
\nTrumps religious rights<\/p>\n
Animals throats must be
\nSevered we hear
\nAn uninterrupted movement
\nBoth carotid arteries and jugular veins
\nSevered by a knife of suitable size
\nAnd sharpness, no sawing
\nWhen the victim dies<\/p>\n
Religious rights
\nOver animal suffering
\nThat is the question
\nApparently
\nBlessed in halal
\nAnd kosher we hear
\nBut this form of slaughter
\nWe do not adhere<\/p>\n
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Halal and kosher Both methods require The animals be conscious When killed, a mire Of sadness and cruelty Which isn\u2019t the way Allowed in the West And here in the U.K. Animal welfare Trumps religious rights Animals throats must be … Continue reading