Qurbani Intention (Niyyah of Sacrifice)
Settling whose Qurbani this is — self, household, shares or the deceased
Also searched as: qurbani ki niyyat • udhiyah intention
Arabic
اللَّهُمَّ هَذِهِ أُضْحِيَّتِي تَقَبَّلْهَا مِنِّي وَمِنْ أَهْلِ بَيْتِي
Transliteration
Allahumma hadhihi udhiyyati, taqabbalha minni wa min ahli bayti.
Meaning
O Allah, this is my sacrifice — accept it from me and from my household. (A reminder formula; the intention lives in the heart.)
Reference
Scholarly compilation (slaughter dua in Sunan Abu Dawud; intention rulings)
When to recite
Before Qurbani slaughter • Once
Virtue
Naming the owners and the deceased in intention carries the reward to them — intention first, knife second.
Sources & review
Scholarly compilation (slaughter dua in Sunan Abu Dawud; intention rulings)
Scholarly compilation • Grade: Scholarly compilation • Learn personal details from a qualified teacher; minor school differences exist.
Educational content — not a fatwa. See methodology and disclaimer.
Reviewed • 2026-01-01Our methodology
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When should I recite Qurbani Intention (Niyyah of Sacrifice)?
Before Qurbani slaughter. Recite it once.
What is the virtue of Qurbani Intention (Niyyah of Sacrifice)?
Naming the owners and the deceased in intention carries the reward to them — intention first, knife second.
Where is Qurbani Intention (Niyyah of Sacrifice) from?
Source: Scholarly compilation (slaughter dua in Sunan Abu Dawud; intention rulings). Grade: Scholarly compilation. As always, learn the wording from a teacher and consult scholars for rulings.
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