Performing qurbaani for a deceased person

· 18 Jumada I 1438 AH1 min readEnglish

Question

Is it permissible to do qurbani for your late brother if qurbani was not performed for him while living?

Answer

It is optional.

And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.

Answered by
Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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