The blessed days of Dhul Hijjah are coming soon. Muslims all over the world look forward to Eid ul Adha. We all want to share the joy of this special time. But many people ask the same question every year. They wonder, exactly who should give Qurbani? You might feel confused about the rules. You might wonder if you have enough money this year. You might ask if you and your spouse need separate animals.

We know the rules can feel tricky. You want to do the right thing and please Allah. This guide will help you. We will explain the rules in simple words. We will clear up all your doubts. You will learn how to count your wealth. You will learn the rules for families. Read on to find out if you need to offer this beautiful sacrifice this year.

What Is the True Meaning of Qurbani?

Before we look at the rules, we must understand the heart of this act. We do not just kill an animal for meat. We perform this sacrifice to show our love for Allah. We remember the great test of Prophet Ibrahim (AS). Allah asked him to sacrifice his dear son, Ismail (AS). Ibrahim (AS) obeyed without question. Allah saw his pure heart and replaced his son with a ram.

When you offer a sacrifice, you follow this great example. You show that you put Allah above your worldly wealth. You also help poor families. Many poor families only eat meat during Eid ul Adha. Your gift brings them joy. It feeds hungry children. It unites the global Muslim family. This action brings you great rewards.

The Main Rules: Who Should Give Qurbani?

Islamic scholars give us clear rules. These rules help us know if we must offer a sacrifice. So, who should give Qurbani this year? Most scholars say you must offer it if you meet five simple conditions. You must meet these conditions during the days of Eid ul Adha.

1. You Must Be a Muslim

This sacrifice is a special Islamic act of worship. Only Muslims perform it. Non-Muslims do not have this duty. You must believe in Islam to earn the reward for this sacrifice.

2. You Must Reach Adult Age

Islam does not put heavy duties on children. You only follow these rules after you reach the age of puberty. Children do not have to give. A child might have money in a bank account. Even then, the child does not have to offer a sacrifice.

3. You Must Have a Sound Mind

You must understand what you are doing. You must make a clear intention for Allah. People with severe mental illness do not have this duty. Islam excuses them because they cannot make the choice to worship.

4. You Must Not Be Traveling

Islam makes life easy. If you travel far from home, you do not have to give. Scholars say a traveller is someone who travels more than 48 miles. You are also a traveller if you stay away from home for less than 15 days. If you travel during the days of Eid, Islam lifts this rule from you. You avoid hardship this way.

5. You Must Meet the Wealth Limit (Nisab)

You only give if you have enough extra wealth. We call this limit the Nisab. If your extra wealth reaches this limit, you must give. We will explain exactly how to count this wealth in the next section.

How Do You Calculate Your Nisab?

Nisab is the minimum amount of wealth you must own. It tells you if you are rich enough to give Zakat. It also tells you if you must offer a sacrifice for Eid. You do not need to own this wealth for a whole year. You only need to own it during the three days of sacrifice.

The Gold and Silver Rules

We measure the Nisab using the price of gold or silver.

Gold Rule: The price of 87.48 grams of gold.
Silver Rule: The price of 612.36 grams of silver.

Scholars tell us to use the silver rule. Silver costs less than gold. When we use the silver rule, more people qualify to give. This means we feed more poor families. Always check the current price of silver to find your exact limit.

Counting Your Extra Wealth

You need to add up your extra things. You include:

Cash in your bank and wallet.
Gold and silver jewellery.
Money in stocks or investments.
Extra houses you own but do not use.
Goods you sell in your business.

Do not include the house you live in. Do not include your car or your daily clothes. After you add your extra wealth, take away your fast debts. Take away bills you must pay this month. If your final number is higher than the price of 612.36 grams of silver, you must give.

Is the sacrifice a strict law or just a sunnah?

People often ask if they really have to do this. The answer depends on your school of Islamic law.

The Hanafi School: Scholars here say it is Wajib. This means it is a strict duty. If you have the money and you skip it, you commit a sin.
Other Schools: Scholars in the Shafi’i, Maliki, and Hanbali schools say it is a strong Sunnah. You do not commit a big sin if you skip it. But you miss a huge reward. They strongly tell you to do it if you have the money.

Both views agree on one thing. If Allah gives you wealth, you should feed the poor. You should keep the tradition of Ibrahim (AS) alive.

Family Rules: Who Should Give Qurbani?

Families share money in different ways. This can make the rules seem confusing. Let us look at normal family setups. We will make the answers clear for you.

Rules for Husband and Wife

Many husbands and wives both work. They both have savings. A wife might also own a lot of gold jewellery. You must count your wealth alone. If the husband meets the limit, he gives one sacrifice. If the wife meets the limit, she gives her own sacrifice. One small sheep does not cover them both. They must buy two small animals. Or, they can buy two shares in a large cow.

Rules for Young Children

We said this earlier, but it is important. Young children never have to give. Parents do not have to use their own money to give for their children. The duty only falls on adults. But you can give a voluntary gift for your child. Allah will reward you for this extra good deed.

Giving for Family Members Who Passed Away

We all miss our loved ones who passed away. You can offer a sacrifice for them. This is a voluntary gift. The reward goes straight to their soul. This act brings them peace. But remember, you must pay for your own duty first. You do your strict duty first, then you give extra for the dead.

What Makes an Animal Good for Sacrifice?

You cannot pick just any animal. Islam gives us strict rules for the animals. The animal must reach a certain age.

Sheep and Goats: They must live for at least one year. One goat covers one person.
Cows and Bulls: They must live for at least two years. You can split a cow into seven parts. This covers seven people.
Camels: They must live for at least five years. You can also split a camel into seven parts.

The animal must have good health. You cannot use a blind animal. You cannot use an animal that limps. The animal must keep most of its ears, horns, and tail. You give your best to Allah.

The Prophet (PBUH) taught us a beautiful way to share the meat. You divide the fresh meat into three equal parts.

First Part: You keep this for your own home. You eat it with your family.
Second Part: You give this to your friends and neighbors. You share it even if they have money.
Third Part: You give this to the poor. You find people who need food and give it to them.

Many of us live in rich countries. We cannot easily find starving people near our homes. This makes the third part hard to do. That is why many Muslims ask charities to help them.

Fulfill Your Duty Safely with Giving Hands

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Final Thoughts on Your Eid Duty

Eid ul Adha gives us a chance to grow closer to Allah. We give our wealth to help others. We kill our greed when we kill the animal. You learned the rules today. You know how to act. Follow the steps. Give your best. May Allah accept your good deeds. May He fill your home with peace and joy this Eid.