What is Shifa (Healing) Qurbani?

Health is the greatest treasure humanity possesses. While seeking medical treatment for illnesses is essential, turning to spiritual remedies is also an important part of our culture and faith. At this point, Shifa Qurbani emerges as both an act of worship and a powerful means of prayer.

Shifa Qurbani is a Nafila Qurbani offered for the sake of Allah with the intention of healing from any illness. This act demonstrates a person’s acknowledgment of their own helplessness and their reliance on Allah for recovery.

Importance and Virtues of Performing Shifa Qurbani

In our faith, charity is believed to ward off calamities and bring blessings to one’s life. Shifa Qurbani is considered a form of charity performed through the shedding of blood. Its primary purpose is to create a spiritual shield alongside any medical treatment.

Spiritual benefits of Qurbani offered for healing include:

• Prayer and Reliance on Allah: It is the physical manifestation of verbal supplication; a servant seeking refuge in their Lord.
• Repelling Calamities: It serves as a strong means to experience the wisdom of the Hadith, “Charity removes calamity.”
• Winning Hearts: Bringing joy to those in need encourages their prayers for the patient’s healing.

In summary, Shifa Qurbani is not just an act of sacrifice; it is a spiritual remedy that strengthens social solidarity and brings peace to hearts. While it is permissible for the person performing the Qurbani to consume some of the meat, its main virtue lies in distributing it to those in need.