Infanticide in Islam refers to the act of killing a newborn baby or infant. This act is considered a grave sin in Islam and is strictly prohibited. Islam places a high value on the sanctity of life, and killing an innocent child is seen as a major transgression against God's will. Infanticide is condemned in Islamic teachings, and those who commit such a crime are considered to be committing a great injustice. The Quran and Hadiths (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad) emphasize the importance of protecting and caring for children, and any form of harm or violence towards them is strongly discouraged.