348. Dua Before Sacrificing Animal (Qurbani Dua)
Dua Before Sacrificing Animal in Arabic
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ وَاللَّهُ أَكْبَرُ [اَللَّهُمَّ مِنْكَ وَلَكَ] اَللَّهُمَّ تَقَبَّلْ مِنِّي
Dua Before Sacrificing Animal English Transliteration
Bismillaahi wAllahu 'Akbar [Allaahumma minka wa laka] Allaahumma taqabbal minnee
Dua Before Sacrificing Animal English Translation
With the Name of Allah, Allah is the Most Great! [O Allah, from You and to You.] O Allah, accept it from me.
Benefits of dua for qurbani
- Bringing hope and blessings when reciting dua for qurbani
- Builds the right intention for the act of sacrifice in Islam
- Follows the Sunnah and teachings of Prophet Muhammad
- Increases acceptance of the qurbani in the sight of Allah
- Creates a direct link between the worshipper and Allah
- Shields the sacrifice action with barakah and reward
- Reminds of the importance of zikr Allahduring acts of worship
- Brings a sense of peace while performing qurbani for Eid ul Adha
When to Recite dua for qurbani
- Knowing the proper moments for dua for qurbani
- Before starting the sacrifice, say Bismillah allahu akbar to begin with Allah’s name
- While holding the animal right before slaughter, recite qurbani ki dua
- Just after making the animal ready on the day of Eid ul Adha, read dua for acceptance
- At the time of making niyat for qurbani, quietly recite the prayer for acceptance
How to Perform dua for qurbani
- Simple steps for practicing dua for qurbani
- Stand calmly beside the animal and make the intention in your heart for Eid ul Adha
- Say Bismillah allahu akbar aloud as you prepare to sacrifice the animal
- Recite the full qurbani dua or qurbani ki dua in english before the cut
- Let your heart focus on acceptance and humility as you say the prayer for acceptance
- Complete the sacrifice kindly, remembering this is an Islamic dua from the masnun duas
Summary
The dua before sacrificing animal, known as dua for qurbani, is recited to honor Allah’s greatness and seek His acceptance. Saying Bismillah allahu akbar and the qurbani dua connects one’s intention with the act, following the noble example of the Prophets.
Muslims recite this masnoon dua during Eid ul Adha as part of their worship. This practice holds deep meaning, reminding believers of devotion and obedience. Saying this Islamic dua helps fulfill an important tradition in a heartfelt way.