The universe is subjected to serve man

Animals, for example, were created for the benefit of man: he eats from their flesh, uses them as a source of dress and warm, to ride and carry weights, and to enjoy their beauty.

Allah said ( interpretation of the meaning ) :

{ And He has subjected to you whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth – all from Him. Indeed in that are signs for a people who give thought. }

AL‑JATHIYAH (13)

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The universe is subjected to serve man