Department of Islamic Development, Malaysia

"IDULADHA:THE TRUE SACRIFICE ".

10 ZULHIJJAH 1435H
5 OKTOBER 2014M

Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings be on us,

On the morning of the blessed Hari Raya Iduladha, let us together increase
gratitude and devotion to Allah SWT with true piety. Piety full of consciousness,
full of sacrifices that responsible for bringing us to obey the order of Allah SWT
and leave all His prohibitions, hopefully we are loved by Allah SWT, get His
protection in this world and in the hereafter. Mimbar today will deliver a Khutbah
entitled "IDULADHA: THE TRUE SACRIFICE ".

Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings be on us,

Hari Raya Haji Iduladha has meant a lot to all Muslims whether being gathered at
Arafat for Hajj in the holy land of Mecca or the Muslims who are in other
countries around the world. By this glorious day we are often reminded of the
history of Prophet Ibrahim AS to sacrifice his son Prophet Ismail AS after
receiving revelation through a dream from Allah SWT to do so.
Prophet Ibrahim AS execute orders of Allah after the consensus between his
wife Hajar and her son Ismail AS that the dream is a revelation from Allah SWT
and by saying the word in the name of Allah, sharp sword on the neck of his son.
So the blood spread on the body of Prophet Ibrahim AS. As an ordinary man, the
Prophet Ibrahim AS was convulsing and opened his eyes closing. But what a shock
to see that it was not his son slaughtered but a type of goat. By praising the
greatness of Allah SWT both of them to embrace while thanking Allah SWT for
giving them the strength to be able to carry out the mandate of Allah SWT. Great
sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim AS and his family to Allah SWT can be seen in the
words of Talbiah that reads,

Meaning: "O Lord, we come solely by a pledge of loyalty and obedience to your
commandment. Our Lord is not affiliated Thee, we rejoined the call. Verily all
praise and blessings of power, all of which are Thee, O our Lord no partner to
Thee. "
What is clear Talbiah is a vow expressedby the pilgrims throughout the sanctuary
of Mecca solely to have faith in Allah SWT, a sign of longing the One True God
and be ready to make sacrifices by doing all His commandments and leave all His
forbiddance. Strength of pilgrimage lies in the appreciation of this pronouncement
Talbiah expressed through the practice of Tawaf, Sai', wuquf, staying in
Muzdalifah, throwing in Jamrah, and other worship. Pilgrimage which began in the
time of Prophet Ibrahim AS was continued in the Prophet Muhammad's time, as
described by the word of Allah in Surah al-Mumtahanah verse 4:
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Meaning: Indeed you have an excellent example in Prophet Ibrahim (ohbp) and
those with him.

Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings be on us,

Hajj is the fifth pillar of Islam after reciting the shahadah, prayer, fasting, and
obligatory alms giving. Performing Hajj has become a symbol of perfect faith and
appreciation of performing Allahs commandments. They uttered words Talbiah as
declared and pledged as a true sacrifice. That is why they are performing the hajj
and maintain the mahmudah features or good traits that bring benefits to the
family, neighbors, community and country have been regarded as a mabrur
pilgrimage.
Hari Raya Korban or Iduladha celebration is referring to the true sacrifice by
giving everything either in the form of physical or spiritual to Allah SWT. The fact
of true sacrifice is to ignore all the things that can distract from the remembrance
of the Almighty. Love of the world come in various forms such as love luxury,
pleasure, peace, health, position and rank. So with these things we become
unaware and can not sacrifice anything that we have in the way of Allah. We think
this is all we get is the result of our own efforts and not related to the grant of Allah
SWT. We preferred our work than carrying out Allah's command, we neglect to
sacrifice a little time to bow down and obey His commandments, and they also
have not been able to sacrifice some income and property due to fear of wealth and
property would be reduced, thus we prefer to consider our own interests than the
public interest.
Mimbar urges let urge us together to sacrifice a little of self-interest as a step
to enhance and strengthen the brotherhood as the main agenda in determining the
future of Muslims themselves. Cooperation and caring attitude will get rid of

feeling of selfish. Next it will make Muslims stronger and able to fend off any
unhealthy elements from influencing the society.
Assured that the true sacrifice is sacrifice which is actually based on the interests
of Islam. This is the sacrifice that must be made by each of us, in order to defend
and save Islam and Muslims. All of this will require the sacrifice of one's life and
property, rooted in the good faith and devotion to Allah SWT. Muslims must
remember every sacrifice without sincerity and devotion to Allah SWT is futile. As
Allah SWT explains this in Surah al-Hajj verse 37:

Meaning:The flesh and blood of the sacrificial animals, or the present made of
them, do not reach Allah; but it is your Godconsciousness that reaches Him(1038).
Thus He has subjected these animals to you, so that you may glorify Allah for
giving you His Guidance. And give good news (of the best of rewards) to those who
do good."
Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings be on us,
Today once again we see Muslims being attacked from all directions and ways,
from physical attacks until the attack of thought, politics, economy, culture and so
on. With the development of technology today, especially internet technologies, we
were attacked by the news that insulted Islam and its followers either through
symbols, web pages, websites or blogs and social sites like facebook and twitter,
whatsapp and so on. Issues on insulting Allah SWT, insulting the Prophet
Muhammad SAW, insulting Muslims worship, insulting Islam and wrote verses
on clothing, shoes, slippers, bags, house tiles, tattoos and others, insulting the
sensitivity Muslims, Malays and Institutions King had spread widely in
cyberspace. Mimbar would like to say that the abuse of internet technology and
telecommunications are contrary to the claims of religion, law and ethics of
community. Believe that, using social networking sites to weaken the beliefs of
Muslims is actually the cunning strategies of the enemies of Islam to discredit
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Islam. Thus, its the duty and responsibility of Muslims to use whatever reasonable
strategy including social medias to counter any attacks, propaganda, deceit of the
enemies of Islam and movements which threaten the Muslims.
As Muslims we should always be careful and aware against all threats that
could lead to the misled faith and thought disorder and weakness of the Muslims.
This is in line with the aim of Islam is prescribed which is to protect the sanctity of
Islam and save Muslims from misguided and influenced by the teachings or beliefs
contrary to Islamic tenets. Indeed, the true faith in the sight of Allah SWT is faith
that is based on confidence and a strong belief in the oneness and greatness of
Allah SWT. Allahs decree in Surah Ali Imran verse 85:

Meaning:And he who chooses a religion other than Islam, it will not be accepted
from him, and in the Hereafter he will be among the losers"

Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings be on us,

This noble Mimbar wants to remind Muslims that we should not let any party acted
arbitrarily distorting our faith and insulting Islam. Be aware of the threat that is
happening now and let us hand in hand and continue to defend the sanctity of Islam
in consistent with the spirit of love to Allah SWT by the event of sacrifice of
Prophet Ibrahim AS, Prophet Ismail AS and Siti Hajar. Repent! That, pilgrimage
and worship of sacrifice reminds us to never forget that we are in a community
based on solidarity and humanity and we must not disintegrate to fall to the
enemies of Islam. Remember, the enemies of Islam are always united in the
interest and success of their agenda. However, what about Muslims when our
religion and race are being attacked? Are we more united or more disunited? Are
we willing to sacrifice Islam because of our personal interests ?
Mimbar urges, let us take advantage of this blessed day, to build unity
among us to revive the culture of visiting each other and asking and giving
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forgiveness among ourselves. Forget all the past, be good to our brothers and
sisters especially in dealing with issues affecting the religion and the future of
Muslims, then we should unite together without regard for differences in economic
background, rich or poor, different background or political affiliation. We Set aside
all these differences.
Let us appreciate the claims contained in the practice of Islamic pilgrimage
and sacrifice which stems from our closerelationship with Allah SWT and strong
relationship between us, for excellence in the world and well-being in the
Hereafter. This Mimbar reminded that the feast of sacrifice which is celebrated
without true sacrifice, will not give any meaning and effect to us. May the spirit of
holy sacrifice of Prophet Ibrahim AS, the brave Prophet Ismail AS, and his
courageous mother Hajar, able to inspire us all. Let us appreciate Allahs decree in
Surah al-Kauthar verses 1-3:

Meaning: Indeed, We have granted you (O Muhammad) abundance (in this world
and the Hereafter).Therefore, pray to your Lord and sacrifice to Him only (as a
sign of gratefulness). For he who hates you, shall be deprived (from getting what
he desires).

KHUTBAH KEDUA IDULADHA

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Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings be on us,

On this blessed day we express gratitude for the blessings bestowed by Allah
SWT. Indeed, all around us there are people who are less fortunate and need help
from us. After this, the Muslims will perform sacrifice to enhance the tenet of
Islam. Animals to be sacrificed must comply with certain conditions laid down by
Islam. This shows that Allah SWT does not accept worship that is done halfheartedly, do not comply with the regulations and ignoring the adequacy of
worship to be performed. Therefore thoroughness and seriousness in doing
whatever work must be considered by all Muslims.
Remember that every sacrifice we do shall be accompanied with a sincere
intention and practice. Should the sacrifice that we do is tainted with the feeling of
arrogant, takabbur and to show off, it will end the Allah's mercy and that we do
wasteful practices. Let there be no complaints or compare prices among us who
join this sacrifice with the words: "In other places the price to sacrifice is lower"
Or in other words: "The price of a share of a cow or a goat sacrificed is expensive
this year." That was actually our personal values, integrity or sincerity in
performing sacrifice or other worship either compulsory or voluntary worship. The
meat should be distributed to those entitled to receive them in the form of raw
meat. The meat distribution is different from the meat distribution for Aqiqah that
is in the form of cooking meat. Apart from that there is not an exercise of worship
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to take advantage to combine it with various intentions. That was the intention to
cook the meat of sacrifice or Aqiqah to make a success of marriage ceremony or
a ceremony for entering a new house and other occasions that are not the original
intention for the worship of sacrifice or Aqiqah. Thus, the distribution of the
sacrificial meat or Aqiqah shall conform to the conditions to ensure the
perfectness of the implementation of the worship. Hopefully with this we could
achieve our goal to help ease the burden, improve quality of life and foster better
relationships between Muslims themselves.
Mimbar welcomed efforts undertaken by the parties such as mosques, NGOs
and other Muslims organisations in performing the worship of sacrifice in Muslim
minority countries such as Cambodia, Vietnam and Philippines. Most important
they sacrifice their property and animals with full devotion and sincerity to Allah
SWT. Mimbar appreciates the contributions of pilgrims and all Muslims who
perform the worship of sacrifice either at the village, housing area or abroad.

Fellow congregants, Muslimin and Muslimat, May Allahs blessings be on us,

On this day, let us the Salawat upon the Prophet Muhammad SAW as Islam
presented to us through various forms of sacrifice and struggle. The sign of our
love for him to be captured in the form of Salawat and greetings as Allahs decree
in Surah al-Ahzab verse 56:

Interpreted to mean: Truly Allah and His angles shower blessings on the
Prophet (giving him honour and graces). O Believers! Bless him and greet him
with a worthy salutation.

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