Political Analysis and Global Affairs

 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]....