What to say when slaughtering or sacrificing an animal

بِسمِ اللَّهِ وَاللَّهُ أَكبَرُ [اللَّهُمَّ مِنكَ وَلَكَ] اللَّهُمَّ تَقَبَّل مِنِّي

Pronunciation

Bismil-lah wallahu akbar, allahumma minka walak, allahumma taqabbal minnee

English meaning

In the name of Allah, and Allah is the greatest. O Allah, (it is) from You and belongs to You, O Allah, accept this from me.

Explanation (Tafseer)

The words for slaughter or sacrifice begin in Allah’s name and declare His greatness. They then acknowledge that the offering comes from Allah and belongs to Him, before asking Him to accept it. The sequence frames the act through remembrance, acknowledgment, and a direct request for acceptance.

When to use

What to say when slaughtering or sacrificing an animal

Reference & source

Hisn al-Muslim 246

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