Qurbani, also known as Udhiya, is the practice of sacrificing an animal for Allah (SWT) as an act of worship[1][2]. It is performed annually during the Islamic month of Dhul Hijjah, specifically on the days of Eid al-Adha, which marks the completion of Hajj, one of the five pillars of Islam[3][4]. The practice commemorates the sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim (AS), who was prepared to sacrifice his beloved son for Allah's sake[1][5].
The act of Qurbani is not simply the slaughtering of an animal and the distribution of its meat, but it is more than a commemorative ritual. The word 'Qurbani' is derived from the Arabic 'qurban', which has its root in the Arabic word 'qurb' meaning 'nearness'[1]. The purpose of offering Qurbani is to draw near to Allah[1]. Through Qurbani, Muslims reaffirm their complete submission to Allah and their willingness to sacrifice whatever is asked of them to be close to Him and gain His pleasure, just as Prophet Ibrahim did[1].
Qurbani is compulsory for all non-disabled Muslim adults who have an income level that meets the Nisab threshold[6]. However, for some Islamic schools of thought, it is strongly recommended, though not mandatory[3]. Regardless, for all Muslims, the act carries with it great spiritual significance and is considered a blessing[3][5].
Qurbani is a means of expressing gratitude to Allah (SWT), drawing closer to Him, and fulfilling the needs of the less fortunate[7][6]. Muslims offer Qurbani as an act of worship of the true and only God, the Sole Creator of all being[2]. It is an opportunity for wealthier Muslims to make a Qurbani donation to those who are vulnerable and needy and unable to perform their own Qurbani[6].
In conclusion, Qurbani is a significant act of worship in Islam that holds great importance and many virtues. It is a means of expressing gratitude to Allah (SWT), drawing closer to Him, and fulfilling the needs of the less fortunate. As Muslims, we should strive to perform Qurbani and make a Qurbani donation to those who are vulnerable and needy and unable to perform their own Qurbani.
Citations:
[1] https://muslimhands.org.uk/latest/2019/07/the-complete-story-of-qurbani-qurbani-in-the-quran-and-hadith
[2] https://www.zakat.org/why-is-the-qurbani-sacrifice-important-in-islam
[3] https://www.middleeasteye.net/discover/eid-adha-qurbani-islamic-sacrifice-explained
[4] https://alwahabfoundation.org/the-spiritual-significance-of-dhul-hijjah-and-qurbani/
[5] https://5pillarsuk.com/2023/05/24/qurbani-the-sunnah-of-prophet-ibraheem/
[6] https://www.orphansinneed.org.uk/news/what-can-be-learnt-from-the-teachings-and-rituals-of-qurbani/
[7] https://bonyan.ngo/qurbani/benefits-of-qurbani-in-islam/
By Perplexity at https://www.perplexity.ai/search/795b854d-8c42-4bc1-b039-4cd46ff18216
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