Qurbani (Udhiyah) is the sacrifice of an animal which Muslims perform, at the occasion of Eid ul Adha, to show gratitude towards Allah SWT and to provide for the poor. This holy deed is a tribute to the readiness of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham, peace be upon him) to eliminate his son Ismail (Ishmael, may Allah be with him), as per the order of Allah. Allah substituted Ismail with a ram instead representing Mercy and rewarding the faithfulness of Ibrahim.
Qurbani is not just another slaughtering action, but it is an act of belief, a rite of gratitude and helping the poor in Islam. The Islam tradition of sacrificing an animal is considered as a sign that the Muslim believer is willing to sacrifice something for the sake of Allah, and it really does share blessings with those who are less fortunate in life. But one wonders as to who is authorized to do this important ritual or expend on it.
Basic Eligibility Requirements
Islam has made firm conditions for this that makes Qurbani compulsory. These teachings are based on the Quran, Hadith (sayings of Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him), and Ijmah consensus of Islamic scholars.
1. Nisab Threshold – Financial Capability
However, the most critical eligibility factor is the fact that they have to be able to afford it. Every Muslim should perform qurbani whether they are male or female, adult or child if he/she has the net wealth that is equal to or more than Nisab threshold. The Nisab: How Much Zakat To Give?
A Muslim that possesses wealth tantalizing the Nisab, or savings or merchandise outlay in excess of all basic needs and also owed no overdue more than their disposable financial obligations must pay Qurbani. This calculation considers the following assets as part of the Nisab:
Physical paper money and coins, Checking account balances from banks, Savings accounts balances at banks.
Gold and silver jewelry.
Economic assets or stocks of goods or stands to human being.
Real property other than necessary housing, and tangible personal property (car, clothing, etc.).
It is important to understand that the Nisab only applies on wealth which is use for everyday living such as family house, car and clothing you need (necessities), so it not apply on wealth you use in earning a living. Further, scholars concur that qurbani is wajib upon the person who can afford it on the day of submission and the days of Tashreeq.
2. Adult and Sane Muslim
What is the Ruling in Islam about qurbani According to Islamic principles, it is farz on every sahib-i-ifadah baaligh Muslim At sound mental mind. This means:
Anyone else: qurbani is not compulsory but anyone with money and the means to do so can offer qurbani. While this is not compulsory upon children, parents can offer the sacrifice on their behalf with recommended act.
Sound of Mind — Muslims not insane, and knows what he is undertaking. The mentally ill person does not need to do Qurbani.
3. Residing in One’s Own Home – Not a Traveller
Only those muslims whose residence is in their locality and residing on the days of eid, qurbani is strictly fardh based on qaul muakkide sahabaire. In accordance of Islamic rulings, the rule states that if a Muslim is on a journey during days of Eid al-Adha has permission and gets exempt from the obligation of Qurbani. Messenger (peace be upon him) who said, Qurbani is not mandatory on traveler.
That said, most scholars encourage well-off travelslit to conduct Udhiyyah as a supererogatory action while it is not obligatory for them.
Women and Qurbani
A common question that comes to one’s mind is whether Qurbani is obligatory upon them? The answer is yes. Similarly, Women who match the fiscal requisites and have earnings more than their basic expenses which is equated to or higher than Nisab limit must do Qurbani as well.
The rules actually apply to women the way they do for men, and women are encouraged to perform this obligation if they possess the financial means. However does not required to be done like some home where head of the family is responsible for Ho Dhi again its not required. Every believer, being capable from financial angle except nine specific situations well defined (men and women alike) – it is well to state separately should perform his or her qurbani.
Qurbani on Behalf of Others
While Qurbani is farz upon those who come in the criterion, for it to be done on behalf of others is also permissible. This may include:
Family Members: Someone can carry out the sacrifice of an animal in lieu of their husband or wife, children or other members of family if also takes care of them financially.
SUBSTITUTING FOR DECEASED PERSONS: It is also an act of virtue to offer Qurbani on behalf of your late loved ones. This is a commendable way of earning reward for the deceased by many Ulama, though not obligatory.
Sunnah: Hadhrat Muhammad (Do s/n aymcau Mur’anaiYsaayMss nazara.w)rp– also used to make qurban[f on their behalf. Because of this, qurbani is one of the most virtuous acts that can be performed on behalf of those who cannot afford to perform it due to financial hardship.
Importance of Sacrificing for Qurbani
The performance of qurbani is not just an act of worship; rather it is the Sunnah and way our forefather Ibrahim (A.S.A) offered his sacrifice to Allah Subahan Tala. It was also reported that a man said to the Prophet, “My mother died suddenly and she did not make a will regarding her beasts: how shall I treat them?” The Prophet replied, “Make an estimate of their value and benefit your brothers (or sisters) with it’ [Bukhari & Muslim]. Adding to this, qurbani teaches compassion, humbleness and gratefulness. So Muslims all are requested to perform this act, they have done qurbani in name of sacrifice in the way of Allah, and sacrificing a animal our Self to remind us blessings of Allah on Us, and sharing our resources also that with others specifically poor and needy people.
Distribution of Meat
In fact, an important perspective of Qurbani is the sharing of meat. Best to split the meat into thirds as follows:
One-third by the person performing the Qurbani and their family.
One-third to be spent on the poor and needy.
This allocation speaks of the social justice that qurbani is supposed to bring. Sharing meat is a sign of sharing Eid al-Adha happiness with the needy.
Conclusion
In summary, Qurbani is a religious act of great importance in Islam which must be performed by every Muslim who possesses the financial status of Nisab threshold and sound mind and reaches maturity. It is equally obligatory upon men and women, while the traveler are excused unless they desire to perform it as a virtuous deed of act.
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Qurbani is more than a ritual, it a demonstration of faith, thankfulness and social commitment as well. Muslims follow the patterns of qurbani and uphold with their spiritual lineage, meet the requirements of the less fortunate and strengthen their submission to Allah.