عشرہ ذوالحجہ اور قربانی : فضائل، مسائل اور فلسفہ
A comprehensive 44-page Fiqh and spiritual compendium by Mufti Abdul Rehman Munir. It details the supreme virtues of the sacred first ten days of Zilhajj—sworn by Allah in Surah Al-Fajr—and explores the sublime philosophy of sacrifice exemplified by Prophet Ibrahim (AS). The book provides authoritative rulings on modern Nisab calculations, sacrificial animal conditions, collective sacrifice (Ijtima'i Qurbani), meat distribution, and correcting widespread cultural misunderstandings.
Why This Book Was Written
In the author introduction (Ibtidaiyah), Mufti Abdul Rehman Munir notes that in the journey of life, Allah bestows special seasons of mercy where rewards for good deeds multiply manifold. The foremost of these golden seasons is the first ten days of Zilhajj, which Allah glorified with divine oaths in the Qur'an.
However, many Muslims reduce this profound season of worship and Qurbani into a mere cultural spectacle—shopping for expensive livestock, flaunting animals in neighborhood streets, and abandoning obligatory prayers like Fajr while standing at animal markets.
This book was compiled from public lectures and fatwa sessions to reawaken the true spiritual soul of sacrifice: demonstrating absolute submission to Allah, purging ego, calculating modern Nisab accurately, and ensuring that animal slaughter complies strictly with prophetic Sunnah.
“Neither their meat reaches Allah, nor does their blood, but what reaches Him is the piety from you. Qurbani is not a carnival of ostentation; it is an annual renewal of the covenant of Ibrahim (AS) that our life, wealth, and desires belong solely to Allah.”
Core Insights From the Book
Key Fiqh rulings and spiritual dimensions of Zilhajj and Qurbani.
Supreme Virtues of the First Ten Days
The Prophet ﷺ stated that no good deeds done on any other days are more beloved to Allah than those done during these ten days, surpassing even general Jihad.
The Abrahamic Spirit of Absolute Submission
Prophet Ibrahim (AS) proved that true love of Allah transcends fatherly attachment, property, and life itself; our sacrifice commemorates that sublime loyalty.
Modern Calculation of Qurbani Nisab
Clear Fiqh criteria explaining who is obligated to perform Qurbani based on gold, silver (52.5 tolas / 612.36g), cash, and surplus household assets.
Punctuality of Fardh Salah Above All
The author sternly reminds that neglecting obligatory prayers like Fajr while fussing over sacrificial animals is a tragic distortion of Islamic priorities.
Quality vs. Quantity of Sacrificial Animals
Detailed guidance on whether it is superior to slaughter one valuable, healthy animal or multiple smaller ones according to Sunnah preferences.
Rulings on Collective Sacrifice (Ijtima'i)
Essential guidelines for participating in seven-share cattle partnerships, verifying participants' lawful income, and valid delegation.
Custom of Reciting Names at Slaughter
Clarifying that reading long lists of names out loud during slaughter is merely a cultural practice; what matters is sincere intention in the heart.
Ethical Meat Distribution & Skin Usage
Dividing meat fairly among the family, relatives, and needy neighbors, and strictly using animal hides for charity rather than commercial barter.
Table of Contents (فہرستِ عنوانات)
Major chapter topics covered in the 44-page treatise.
Ibtidaiyah (Author's Introduction)
Significance of the Ten Days of Zilhajj
Divine Oaths on the Ten Nights in Surah Al-Fajr
Exemplary Devotion of Prophet Ibrahim (AS)
The Sublime Philosophy of Abrahamic Sacrifice
Who is Sahib-e-Nisab? Modern Wealth Calculation
Safeguarding Fardh Salah During Qurbani Days
What is Better: One Costly Animal or Multiple?
Age & Defect Conditions for Sacrificial Livestock
Rules on Cutting Hair and Nails in Zilhajj
Collective Sacrifice Partnerships (Ijtima'i Qurbani)
Ruling on Calling Out Names During Slaughter
Fair Distribution of Qurbani Meat & Prohibition of Sale
Charitable Rulings on Livestock Hides & Butchers
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