Yes, a castrated male goat (khassi bakra) is allowed for Qurbani (sacrifice) during Eid-ul-Adha according to Islamic teachings. In fact, many scholars consider it even more desirable than a non-castrated male in some cases, because it often becomes healthier, gains more weight, and has better meat quality.
š Islamic Guidance on Qurbani Animals:
The key requirements for any Qurbani animal are:
It must be of the appropriate age (1 year for goats, 2 for cows, 5 for camels).
It must be free from major defects, such as:
Blindness in one or both eyes
Visible lameness
Severe illness or weakness
Broken horns or missing a significant part of the ear or tail
It should be in good health and well-nourished.
ā Castration is not a defect.
Castration does not disqualify the animal. It is not considered a flaw in Islamic law that would render the animal unfit for sacrifice. Many Islamic scholars even mention it in hadiths and fiqh books as being acceptable and sometimes even preferable.
š Final Opinion:
So yes, a khassi bakra is valid and permissible for Qurbani, as long as it meets all the other physical and Shariah conditions of a sacrificial animal. What's more important is that the intention is sincere, and the animal is healthy and well cared for before sacrifice.
ā Yes, it is permissible ā and even considered better in some narrations.
š Islamic References:
Sahih al-Bukhari (Hadith 5553)
The Prophet Muhammad ļ·ŗ offered two white castrated rams as his Qurbani:
"The Prophet (ļ·ŗ) sacrificed two white rams with black markings. He slaughtered them with his own hand, mentioned Allah's Name and said Takbir, and placed his foot on their sides."
(Reference: Sahih al-Bukhari, Book of Sacrifices)
According to many scholars, ācastratedā here (Ł ŁŲ¬ŁŲ”) is mentioned in other narrations (e.g., in Musnad Ahmad and Sunan Abu Dawood) confirming the animals were castrated.
Fiqh (Islamic Jurisprudence) Opinion:
Hanafi and Shafiāi schools allow castrated animals for Qurbani and consider them better in some cases due to:
Better meat quality
Calm temperament
Larger size and weight
š¢ Conclusion:
A khassi bakra is 100% permissible for Qurbani as long as:
It is healthy and free from defects
Meets the age requirement (1 year minimum)
Intention (niyyah) is made correctly
You are encouraged to choose the best possible animal for Qurbani, and a healthy castrated goat often meets these criteria.
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