Sacrificial ritual is a sign of gratitude - Mufti Pahang

SHAH ALAM - Capable Muslims are encouraged to perform sacrificial rituals, better known as the qorban, as a sign of gratitude to Allah SWT after being tested with various hardships including the Covid-19 pandemic which limited their activities for the past two years.

Pahang Mufti Datuk Seri Abdul Rahman Osman said the qorban was an ibadah and something that was highly demanded or encouraged by able-bodied Muslims.

“When we have been given the resources (to perform sacrificial worship), we are safe from the worrying pandemic (Covid-19), we (for those who can afford it) should do the sacrificial ritual as a sign of gratitude to Allah SWT.

“When we receive blessings, we are grateful to Allah SWT, we perform prayers and perform other acts of worship.

"That is why those who can afford to do the sacrifice are strongly encouraged to show our gratitude," he told Sinar on Friday.

According to him, in the joy of celebrating Aidiladha this year, the public was also reminded to practice self-control to avoid being infected with the Covid-19 epidemic.

"No matter what we do, always remember that Covid-19 is still there. So, always practice with a cautious attitude,” he said.

On June 29, the Conference of Rulers Assistant Secretary Mohd Aseral Jusman declared Muslims in Malaysia will celebrate Hari Raya Aidiladha this tomorrow (July 10).

The announcement was made after an observation session was made by the astronomical panel of the Malaysian Islamic Development Department (Jakim) at 29 locations nationwide, on the evening of the same date.