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Qurbani is a sacred act of worship that’s performed during Eid al-Adha to show obedience and devotion to Allah (SWT), while honouring the great sacrifice of the Prophet Ibrahim (AS). It’s an animal sacrifice that all able Muslims carry out worldwide after the Eid prayer, which allows them to reflect the same loyalty as Ibrahim (AS) and earn reward. Ibrahim (AS) was willing to sacrifice his only son, Ismail (AS), for Allah (SWT). His son’s life was spared as a reward for Ibrahim’s loyalty, and a ram was sacrificed instead, which began the tradition of Qurbani.
For many Muslims today, the sacrifice isn’t something that they can perform themselves due to strict slaughter regulations, particularly in the UK. So, the sacrifice is made through a charitable organisation, like Orphans in Need, to handle the whole process and fulfil the act of worship correctly. This focuses on helping the poor and hungry through the Qurbani meat, which means that the distribution of Qurbani has changed significantly.
When it comes to how Qurbani is distributed, you need to understand the traditional way in which the sacrifice is given. Traditionally, the meat is split into three equal parts after a Muslim has personally carried out the sacrifice themselves. These parts are then distributed and shared with others, with one part going to the believer who did the sacrifice, another part going to extended family and friends and the last part going to those in need. However, due to many believers not being able to do the sacrifice themselves, this has changed.
Now, Muslims contribute to charity through a Qurbani share of either a sheep, goat, cow, camel or buffalo. The smaller animals, sheep and goats, equal one person’s Qurbani (1 share) and the larger animals, cows, camels and buffalo, are equivalent to 7 people’s Qurbani (7 shares).
There are specific Qurbani meat distribution rules that must be followed when it comes to sharing the meat from your sacrifice. Understanding these rules is vital to fulfilling your obligation properly and making a difference to those in need. The main rules you need to understand are:
By donating Qurbani to Orphans in Need, you ensure that these rules are met and your sacrifice is handled with care and transparency. We distribute the meat carefully and follow the rules to ensure that it reaches hungry orphans, widows and families in impoverished regions in perfect condition to end their hunger.
The Qurbani meat distribution rules in the Quran follow the traditional way in which the meat must be shared. This means that the meat should be divided into three parts. One part is kept by the person doing the sacrifice, another is distributed to family and friends, and the last part is given to the poor and needy. Even when following the more traditional way of distributing meat, it’s essential that one part goes to the hungry because Qurbani needs to be more than just an act of worship. It needs to be something that is shared and that benefits those in need, helping them to survive and bringing them joy and comfort during Eid al-Adha.
This is shown by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) when he said:
“Eat some, store some and give some in charity.” [An-Nasa’i: Hadith]
So, how should Qurbani meat be distributed? Today, distribution looks a lot different for many Muslims around the world because they need to go through a charity to handle the sacrifice for them. The meat from the sacrifice is now typically distributed to those in need, directly helping the hungry around the world to give them vital nutrition that helps them survive. They benefit from all of the meat, rather than just one portion, providing them with a substantial amount to have healthy, cooked meals that bring them relief, restore their dignity and spread the joys of Eid to everybody. This means that the distribution of Qurbani should be done according to Islamic rules and also factoring in practical logistics, balancing tradition with a more modern way of doing the sacrifice.
At Orphans in Need, we distribute your Qurbani to those in need all around the world, from poverty-stricken areas to crisis zones. We focus on helping widows, orphans and struggling families who have no one to turn to and cannot feed themselves, offering them essential sustenance that saves their lives and helps them thrive.
Focusing the distribution of Qurbani on the poor and needy is very important because it unites all of the ummah during Eid al-Adha, allowing everyone, no matter their situation, to enjoy the celebrations and feel a part of the joy. It lets the vulnerable partake in the blessings of Eid through healthy, fresh meals that they typically cannot afford to have. Plus, it’s the only time of the year that they get meat on their tables, making Eid special for them and offering a lifeline away from hunger and devastation.
Donate your Qurbani through Orphans in Need to make a meaningful difference to countless lives. Your sacrifice can offer relief from hunger for many orphans, widows and vulnerable families around the world. We use your donations to quickly and properly distribute the meat in line with Islamic regulations to those who rarely have access to meat and healthy food. Our team works in impoverished regions that are facing hardship, poverty, conflict and devastation to give them a proper meal this Eid al-Adha and offer them hope for a brighter future.
