What is Qurbani?
Qurbani means sacrifice. Every year during the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah, Muslims around the world slaughter an animal to reflect the Prophet Ibrahim’s willingness to sacrifice his son Ismail for the sake of Allah. The Prophet Muhammadﷺ said: “There are no days on which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days” (Bukhari)
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GHWT Qurbani Program 2024
Guardian Hands is on a mission to bring the joy of Qurbani to the people of Khano Goth in Karachi. The situation is dire; many families are grappling with extreme poverty, struggling to meet even their basic needs.
For most of these families, your Qurbani during Eid will be the only time they get to eat the meat. By sharing your Qurbani with them, you are extending a helping hand to those in need and following in the footsteps of our beloved Prophet Ibrahim AS.
Khano Goth, with an estimated population of 5,000, urgently needs our help. Last year, through our Qurbani program, we served around 250 families. We are determined to reach out to even more this year, but we can only achieve this with your support.
This Eid, share your blessings with the less privileged in Khano Goth. Donate today and support this noble cause.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Age Limit for Sacrificial Animals?
When choosing an animal for Qurbani, it is essential to ensure it meets the age requirements specified in Islamic teachings. This ensures that the animal is mature and provides enough meat for distribution.
Here are the age requirements for different animals used in Qurbani:
- The Camel Must Be Over Five Years Old
- Cows and Buffaloes Must Be Two Years Old
- Goats, Sheep, and Lambs Must Be One Year Old
What are the rules of Qurbani?
According to the Qur’an and Sunnah, Muslims around the world follow the following principles while performing Qurbani:
Sacrifice is obligatory upon every sane and mature Muslim man and woman. The principles of choosing the animal to be sacrificed and the days of sacrifice include that the animal must be free from any kind of defect, healthy and be sacrificed after the Eid prayer on the day of Eid-ul-Adha, and that it should be Shariah-compliant during the sacrifice. The rules should be followed and after the sacrifice, the meat should be cut keeping in mind the rules of hygiene in the preparation of the meat, divided into three parts, one part for oneself, the other part for relatives and loved ones while the third part should be made into packets and distributed among the deserving and needy people.
What Should Be the Qualities of Sacrificial Animals?
When selecting an animal for Qurbani, certain qualities should be considered to ensure the sacrifice is appropriate and pleasing to Allah. Here are the qualities to look for:
- The Animal Should Look Beautiful: The animal’s appearance is essential for Qurbani. It should look good and be well-groomed.
Offering Perfection to Allah: The animal chosen for Qurbani should be flawless. This means it should be devoid of injuries, deformities, or illnesses.
More Fleshy: An ideal sacrificial animal should be well-fed and fleshy to ensure more meat can be distributed to those in need, fulfilling the spirit of Qurbani.
Active and Strong: The animal should be healthy and strong. It should be able to move around quickly and show signs of vitality.
Which Animals Are Not Suitable for Sacrifice?
Choosing a healthy and sound animal for Qurbani is essential as it reflects the spirit of the sacrifice and the intent to offer the best to Allah. Here are the types of animals that should be avoided:
- Blind Animals: Animals completely blind or have lost vision in one eye are unsuitable for sacrifice. The animal should be healthy and able to see properly.
- Diseased Animals: Animals suffering from any disease should be avoided. To fulfill the requirements of Qurbani, a healthy animal should be sacrificed.
- Wounded Animals: Animals that have any wounds or injuries should not be chosen for sacrifice. The animal should be free from any harm or pain.
- Animals Whose Horns are Broken from the Root: If an animal’s horns are broken off from the root, it is not considered suitable for Qurbani. Horns should be intact and not severely damaged.
- Animals with Ears or Tails Cut Off: Animals with ears or tails completely or partially cut off are not permissible for sacrifice.
- The animal should be whole and without such defects.
What Qur’an says about Qurbani?
Following Prophet Ibrahim’s (AS) willingness to sacrifice his son, Muslims are required to commemorate his dedication through Qurbani. The sacred festival is stated in Surah Baqrah verse 196 and in many hadiths (sayings of Prophet Mohammad Peace be upon him). And complete the Hajj and ‘umrah for Allah. But if you are prevented, then [offer] what can be obtained with ease of sacrificial animals. And do not shave your heads until the sacrificial animal has reached its place of slaughter. (Surah Baqarah verse 196)