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Eid al-Adha is one of the most joyful occasions in the Islamic calendar, as it takes place in the month of Dhul Hijjah, when millions of Muslims flood to Mecca from all over the world to perform the obligation of Hajj (pilgrimage). Therefore, Muslims are encouraged to increase their acts of worship, especially fasting on […]
As one of the greatest rituals in Islam, Qurbani (or sacrifice) is an important religious duty practiced by millions of Muslims worldwide every year in the month of Dhu al-Hijjah. In this article, we will discuss the etiquette of Qurbani, its definition, rules and conditions, the appropriate time for performing it, and the significance of […]
Performing Qurbani is one of the most important and rewarding acts of worship during Eid al-Adha’s rituals. Yet, Muslims cannot perform Qurbani without the guidelines that were pinpointed to them in the Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH). This article elaborates on a step-by-step guide for performing Qurbani. Step 1: Intention (niyyah) Prior to performing Qurbani, […]
In the Lunar Calendar, the month of Dhul Hijjah is the last month of the Islamic year. It is also known as – The Month of the Pilgrimage”. Dhul Hijjah is extremely important as Allah S.W.T. has immensely blessed it. The believers who engage in good deeds and practices and avoid sins are eligible to […]
Virtues of Dhul Hijjah The Month of Dhul Hijjah is the last month of the Islamic calendar and one of the four holy months of Islam. This month holds the glory of Islam’s two sacred events: the ten days of Dhul Hijjah – including the Day of Arafah – and Eid Ah-Adha. Worldwide, Muslims strive […]
Dhul Hijjah: The twelfth month of the Islamic year, and it’s the month in which Hajj takes place, the annual pilgrimage and one of the most important actions in the life of a Muslim; how can you prepare yourself for this holy month? The Date of Hajj 2023 The Date of Hajj for this year, […]
Qurbani Verses in Quran In Islam, Qurbani is obligatory for all Muslims who pay Zakat. Allah told us many verses in the Quran about the benefits and obligations of giving Qurbani. “And do not shave your heads until the sacrificial animal has reached its place of slaughter. And whoever among you is ill or has […]
Time of Qurbani / Udhiya Udhiya means “sacrificing an animal”; it is only valid during the three days of “Dhu’l-Hijjah”, and Allah Most High Says: “So turn in prayer towards your Lord and sacrifice (animals).” (Qur’an 108:2). During the days of Udhiya, nothing is more important to Allah than animal sacrifices. Although Udhiya is allowed […]
Sunnah Sacrificed for a Newborn Baby We heard a lot about the sacrifice of a newborn on the seventh day of his birth. It is called an ‘Aqiqah because it cuts its veins at the time of Allah for his generosity, and for the male birth, two sacrifices are sacrificed to him, while the female […]
