Qurbani Ka Haqeeqi Maqsad - The True Purpose of Sacrifice - Dr Israr Ahmad
Dr. Israr Ahmad discusses the historical and spiritual significance of sacrifice, particularly in the context of Hajj and its impact on communities. He highlights discrepancies between the intended purpose of sacrifice – reaching God – and the practical realities of distribution, noting how historically, much of the sacrificed meat did not reach those in need, and was often wasted or improperly preserved. He contrasts this with the effective distribution of sacrificial meat during the Afghan Jihad, benefiting refugees and fighters. He emphasizes that the true essence of sacrifice lies in submission to God, achievable even without performing Hajj, and underscores that the ritual is globally accessible. He further notes that the practice of sacrifice as a widespread custom was not present in the city of Medina during the time of the Prophet.
