London Central Mosque Trust & The Islamic Cultural Centre
22 Jul 2026
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Qurbani is far more than a ritual sacrifice performed once a year - it is a sacred act of remembrance, devotion, and surrender to the will of Allah. It carries within it the timeless legacy of Prophet Ibrahim, whose unwavering faith led him to place obedience to Allah above all worldly attachments, even that which was most beloved to him. In return, Allah enveloped him in mercy, replacing sacrifice with divine compassion and honouring his sincerity for all generations to come.
Every animal sacrificed becomes a symbol of something greater: the sacrifice of pride, ego, greed, and attachment to worldly desires. It is an opportunity to purify the soul, to remember the blessings bestowed by Allah, and to extend mercy and provision to others, especially the poor and needy. In sharing the meat, families and communities are united in compassion, generosity, and remembrance of Allah's endless favours.
Thus, Qurbani stands as a living testimony of faith - a reminder that when a servant turns to Allah with complete trust and obedience, divine mercy always follows.
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قال الله تعالى : ( وأقيموا الصلاة وآتوا الزكاة واركعوا مع الراكعين ) البقرة: 43 وقال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم: حصِّنوا أوالكم بالزكاة وداووا مرضاكم بالصدقة..) وكان عثمان بن عفان يحث الناس على إخراج الزكاة في رمضان إذا وجبت
Sadaqah Jariyah - is one of the most valuable acts we can do in this life, which continues benefiting us in the next, even after we have left the earth.
قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم: الصدقة تطفئ الخطيئة كما يطفئ الماء النار ...رواه الترمذي وقال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم: كل امرئ في ظل صدقته حتى يفصل بين الناس ) رواه أحمد.
"Whoever builds a masjid for the sake of Allah, Allah builds for him a mansion in Jannah" (Al-Hadith, Sahih Bukhari).
قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه وسلم : من بنى لله مسجداً ولو كمَفْحصِ قطاةٍ بنى الله له بيتاً في الجنة ) رواه ابن حبان وهو صحيح. ومن عمارة المساجد مساعدتُها والتبرع لها ولو قليلاً لسداد فواتير المياه والكهرباء وأجور التنظيف والعاملين وترميم المبني