This article will provide an Islamic perspective on COVID-19 vaccines. Unfortunately, uptake has been hindered for several reasons, including religious beliefs ( 2). Major vaccination efforts are now ongoing throughout the world ( 1). A coordinated global response led to development of COVID-19 vaccines in record time. Elevations in case numbers, circulation of variants of concern and potential variants of high consequence have alarmed the world. We herein explain the interplay between Sharia (Islamic law) and scientific considerations in addressing the challenge of COVID-19 vaccine acceptance, particularly in Muslim populations.ĬOVID-19, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus-2 (SARS-CoV-2) virus, ignited a pandemic in 2020 and continues to circulate. Broader use of animal component free reagents during manufacturing may further increase acceptance among Muslims. Fatwa councils agree that vaccines are necessary in the context of our current pandemic receiving a COVID-19 vaccination is actually a form of compliance with Sharia law. However, concerns about vaccine products’ Halal (permissible to consume by Islamic law) status and potential harm can inhibit acceptance. Efforts to protect humans, such as vaccines, are highly encouraged in Islam. In Muslim-majority countries, Islamic jurisprudence, which places great importance on sanctity and safety of human life and protection of livelihoods, may influence vaccine uptake. Under these circumstances, effective vaccines play a critical role in saving lives, improving population health, and facilitating economic recovery. The Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has caused health, economic, and social challenges globally. 4HIV Dynamics and Replication Program, Center for Cancer Research, National Cancer Institute, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, United States.3National Institute of Health Research and Development, Ministry of Health, Republic of Indonesia, Jakarta, Indonesia.2National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, MD, United States.1Indonesia Research Partnership on Infectious Disease (INA-RESPOND), Jakarta, Indonesia.Therefore, since the purpose of the vaccine is to produce antibodies, and I already have antibodies, the benefits associated with being injected do not outweigh the possible risks.”įill out the information below to receive access to the sample Vaccine Exemption Request Template.Yan Mardian 1* Kathryn Shaw-Shaliba 2 Muhammad Karyana 3 Chuen-Yen Lau 4 If you have previously had COVID-19, you may want to add the following to the template: “I already had COVID-19, and I have antibodies to provide me with natural immunity. This is very important because receiving an exemption is based off of your own sincerely held religious beliefs. Please put this information into your own words. The template you will receive after completing the information below is only intended to be used as a template. You should contact a local attorney to determine whether your local agency, law and/or employer requires any particular method for requesting an exemption. You should not deem this to be an offer to provide legal services. If the exemption request is successful on your behalf OR if the recipient of your exemption denies your request, please let us know by emailing us at We cannot guarantee that we will be able to take on your case due to limited resources and manpower. Whether a university is threatening to deny your admittance, or an employer is threatening to fire you for not taking the vaccine, this template is intended to assist you in building your case to be exempt from their demands. Schools, businesses, and governmental agencies alike are demanding people to be vaccinated with the COVID vaccine. In response to this commitment, we have developed a COVID Vaccine Request for Exemption Template. Submit that exemption request in addition to your request for a religious exemption.Īdvocates for Faith & Freedom is committed to protecting the right of people to freely live out their faith. If you have a medical reason for demanding a medical exemption, you should consult with your doctor and obtain written evidence from your doctor that you are entitled to a medical exemption. Additionally, we are presently litigating a significant case against a university to try to establish precedent that prevents discriminatory treatment of persons who choose to reject the Covid-19 shots. Be assured that we are litigating on multiple fronts in an attempt to establish legal precedent that religious exemptions must be granted. We ask that you first attempt to obtain an exemption from the applicable vaccine mandate before contacting us. We are receiving more inquiries than we can field during this trying time.
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