Advices Regarding Qurbani

Main Topic

• This lecture focuses on the immense spiritual blessings of the first ten days of Dhul Hijjah, the importance of fasting on the Day of Arafah, and the true essence, Sunnah etiquettes, and spirit of Qurbani (Udhiyah).

Key Lessons

• The first ten days and nights of Dhul Hijjah are among the most sacred times of the year, where righteous deeds earn immense reward.
• Qurbani is not merely a social gathering or custom; it is a sacred act of worship rooted in Taqwa (Allah-consciousness) and submission, following the legacy of Prophet Ibrahim (Alayhis Salam).
• Fulfilling the Sunnah of Qurbani with personal involvement and Ikhlas (sincerity) draws immense rewards, with every hair of the slaughtered animal bringing sawab.
• Sunnah practices surrounding Eid al-Adha—such as eating from the Qurbani animal first, slaughtering with mercy, and observing modesty (Purdah)—must be preserved.

Quranic/Hadith References

• Surah Al-Hajj (22:37): "Neither their meat nor their blood reaches Allah, but what reaches Him is Taqwa from you."
• Hadith on Fasting Arafah: Fasting on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah expiates the minor sins of the previous and upcoming year.
• Hadith of Zaid bin Arqam (Radiallahu Anhu): Rasulullah (Sallallahu Alayhi Wasallam) explained that Udhiyah is the Sunnah of Ibrahim (Alayhis Salam) and carries reward for every hair and fiber of wool.
• Hadith of Aishah (Radiallahu Anha): No deed on the day of Eid al-Adha is more beloved to Allah than the shedding of blood of a Qurbani animal.

Practical Advice

• Consult authentic Ulama when encountering confusing messages or rulings on social media rather than relying on unverified internet sources.
• Make active effort to engage in Ibadat on the night of Eid and observe fasting on the 9th of Dhul Hijjah.
• Maintain strict Purdah and Islamic etiquette when attending Qurbani farms or slaughter sites, avoiding sin while attempting to fulfill a Sunnah.
• Arrive early for Eid Salah and observe all respect and decorum associated with the Eidgah.
• Ensure proper, clean disposal of animal skins and waste through official collection facilities.