Udhiyah/Qurbani
(Eidul Adha)

What is Udhiyah?

Udhiyah means to sacrifice a special animal only for Allah Ta’ala during the days of Eid al-Adha. We do this to remember the obedience of Prophet Ibraheem ʼalayhis-salām.

Verse of the Qur’an:

 “So pray to your Lord and sacrifice.” (Surah al-Kawthar 108:2) 

Why Do We Do Udhiyah?

– To show love and obedience to Allah Ta’ala
 
– To follow the Sunnah of Prophet Ibraheem ʼalayhis-salām
 
– To feed the poor and share happiness
Hadeeth:

Our beloved Nabi ﷺ said: “The animal reaches Allah before its blood touches the ground.” (Tirmidhi)

Who Must Give Udhiyah?

Udhiyah is necessary for every adult Muslim who:

1) Is not travelling

2) Has enough savings (equal to or more than Nisab)

3) Is sane and mature

When is Udhiyah Done?

Udhiyah is done on: – 10th Dhul-Hijjah (best) – 11th or 12th Dhul-Hijjah (also allowed) – It must be done after Eid salah, not before! 
Which Animals Can Be Used: ✅

✅Sheep or Goat (Full animal is one Udhiyah/Qurbani)

✅ Cow or Camel (is 7 Udhiyah/ Qurbani which can be shared with 7 people)
 
– They must be healthy and old enough:
 
✅ Sheep/Goat: 1 year (or 6 months if strong)
 
✅ Cow: 2 years
 
✅ Camel: 5 years
 
Which Animals Cannot Be Used: ❌
The animal must not be:
 
❌ Blind or missing a third of its eye
 
❌ Missing large parts of its ear, tail or teeth
 
❌ Lame or too weak to walk
 
❌ Extremely thin or sick

How to Do the Sacrifice?

1) Say “Bismillahi Allahu Akbar”  2) Use a sharp knife and be quick – Do not hurt the animal or scare it – Do not sharpen the knife in front of it

What To Do With the Meat?

Divide it into 3 parts:
 
– One part for your family
 
– One part for relatives and friends
 
– One part for the poor

Extra Rewards

Every hair of the sacrificed animal brings reward! Udhiyah is a beloved act in the sight of Allah Ta’ala. It also brings us closer to the Sunnah.
Hadeeth: 

Sayyidah A’ishah رضي الله عنها reports that Rasulullah ﷺ said, ‘There is nothing dearer to Allah during the days of Qurbani than the sacrificing of animals. The sacrificed animal shall come on the Day of Qiyamah with its horns, hair, and hooves (to be weighed on a persons good deeds). The sacrifice is accepted by Allah before the blood reaches the ground. Therefore sacrifice with an open and happy heart.

(Tirmidhi) 

Love for Rasoolullah صلى الله عليه وسلم

The Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم sacrificed animals on behalf of his Ummah. Sayyiduna ‘Ali رضي الله عنه would also sacrifice one for himself and one for the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم. We can do the same and earn great reward, inshaAllah. 

Let’s Make Eid Special! Prepare for Udhiyah with love. Share your blessings. Please Allah Ta’ala with your sacrifice. 

Udhiyah Checklist 📋

✅Do I need to give Udhiyah? ✅ Do I have enough savings? ✅ Have I chosen a healthy, suitable animal? ✅ Am I doing the sacrifice after Eid Salah? ✅ Have I said ‘Bismillah Allahu Akbar’? ✅ Have I shared the meat with the poor? ✅ Have I remembered the Sunnah of Prophet Ibraheem ʼalayhis-salām? 

Quick Udhiyah Quiz ❓

1. What does Udhiyah mean?
 
2. Who started the practice of Udhiyah?
 
3. How many people can share a cow?
 
4. Can you give Udhiyah before Eid Salah?
 
5. What do you say when sacrificing the animal?

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Angry Ahmad and the bag of Nails

Once there was a boy named Ahmad who would get very angry when things didn’t go his way. He would clench his fists, stomp his feet, and sometimes even break things. His family and friends didn’t like being around him because of his outbursts. One day, Ahmad’s mother gave him a bag of shiny nails and told him to hammer one into the fence whenever he got angry. Ahmad found this very strange but followed his mother’s wise advice. At first, he hammered a lot of nails into the fence, and very quickly, the fence began to fill up with nails. This continued for a few weeks until one day, Ahmad decided to try something different. He chose to take deep breaths, drink some water, or even perform wudhu to help him calm down whenever he felt angry. As the days went by, he found himself staying more and more in control, and very soon, he went days and weeks without getting angry. As Ahmad controlled his anger, something amazing happened. People around him treated him better, and his relationships improved. His friends started inviting him to play more often, and his family expressed their happiness at seeing him happier and more in control. One day, Ahmad’s mother asked him to remove a nail from the fence for each day he went without getting angry. Ahmad eagerly agreed and started pulling out the nails, one by one. When he had removed all the nails, his mother asked him to look at the fence and see all the holes left behind. To his amazement, the fence was full of holes. “What do you see, my dear?” his mother asked. Ahmad thought for a moment and replied, ‘I see that my anger made these holes, and they’re not easy to fix.’ His mother smiled and said, ‘That’s right, Ahmad. When we let our anger control us, it can leave lasting marks on ourselves and others. But when we take the time to control our anger, we can avoid causing harm.’ Ahmad understood the important lesson his mother had taught him. From that day forward, he continued to work on controlling his anger. He realised that by staying calm and not letting anger take over, he could make his world a happier and kinder place.

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Memorise and practice a Hadeeth every week

from the collection of 40 Ahadeeth by Shaykhul Hadeeth Mawlana Muhammad Saleem Dhorat sahib Hafizahullah.

Hadeeth Seventeen

Do not be angry

لاَ تَغْضَبْ

Our Beloved Nabi ﷺ said, 

“Do not be angry”

Bukhari

Explanation

Feeling angry is a normal emotion that everyone experiences. However, it’s essential to learn how to manage anger in a positive way so that it doesn’t harm ourselves or others. Our beloved Prophet ﷺ taught us the importance of not letting anger control us. This means we should make an effort to control our anger and treat others with kindness, even when we’re upset.

Example: Imagine someone accidentally spills something on your favourite shirt. You might feel angry and want to shout or be mean to them. Instead, take a deep breath and try to stay calm. Remember, it was an accident. You can calmly express how you feel and find a solution together, like cleaning the shirt or choosing another outfit.

Key Lessons from this Hadeeth:

1) Anger is a normal emotion that everyone experiences.

2) It’s important to control our anger and treat others with kindness.

3) Reacting impulsively in anger can cause harm to ourselves and others.

4) Allah is pleased when we show self-control and patience.

Action Plan:

Tips to manage anger:

1) Take deep breaths and count to three. This helps us calm down.

2) Engage in reflective thinking. Before reacting, take a moment to think about the potential outcomes of our actions and words.

3) Perform Wudhu (ablution) and/or drink water. Water has a soothing effect and, Insha’Allah, will help us calm down.

4) Follow the advice of our beloved Nabi ﷺ and change your posture. If you’re standing, sit down. This can aid in relaxation and calming yourself.

5) When feeling angry, remember that Shaytan (Satan) will try to manipulate us and take control of our emotions. Recite the Ta’awwudh (A’udhu billahi min ash-shaytanir rajeem) and seek Allah’s help and assistance.

6) Reflect on the Hadith (La Taghdab) and draw inspiration from the patience and forbearance of our beloved Nabi ﷺ.

Activity

1) Reflective Writing: Write about a time when you felt angry. Describe how you handled the situation and how you could have managed your anger better. Share what you learned from that experience.

2) Role-Play: Pair up with a friend or family member. Take turns acting out different scenarios that may trigger anger. Practice using the anger management techniques discussed in the lesson to find positive solutions.

By learning to control our anger, we show kindness to ourselves and others. Remember, our Prophet ﷺ taught us to manage anger, and it pleases Allah. Whether we’re young or old, practicing self-control and patience benefits everyone.

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The Surah to Prevent Poverty

Surah Waqi’ah is located in the 27th Juzz of the Glorious Qur’an. It is a Surah which should be read every night and has a very special benefit.

Facts about Surah Waqi’ah

Located: 27th Juzz

Ayah: 97

Letters: 1,756

Rewards to be Gained: 

1) 17,560 Hasanah (Good deeds),

2) Prevents poverty and brings Barakah (blessings) in our wealth.

We should make an effort to recite this Surah every night between Maghrib and bedtime to reap the following special reward:

Special Benefit: 

Prevention from Poverty!!

Sayyiduna Abdullah Ibn Mas’ud radhiyallahu anhu reported that our beloved Nabi ﷺ said: “Whoever recites Surah al-Waqiah every night, he will never be afflicted by poverty. And Ibn Masood radhiyallahu anhu used to order his daughters to read it every night.”  (Shu’ab al-Iman).

Fun facts about Surah Waqi’ah:

1. Meaning of Al Waqi’ah

• The inevitable
• The event
• The occurance

This name has been given to this Surah because Allah Ta’ala has mentioned the events of the day of judgement in it, explaining what will be taking place on this day.

2. Main Topics

• Description of the last day
• People being split into 3 groups
• Allah Ta’ala’s Greatness

3. Lessons

1. What will be the condition of the inhabitants of Jannah
2. Description of the beauty of Jannah
3. What will Jahannam be like
4. Reminder of death
5. Reminder of the truth of the Qur’an
6. The Greatness of Allah Ta’ala

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