Medan Grand Mosque to Slaughter 13 Animals for Eid al-Adha

Medan's Grand Mosque, Masjid Raya Al-Mashun, is preparing to perform the ritual slaughter of 13 sacrificial animals during the upcoming Eid al-Adha 1447 Hijriah celebration. The mosque's management body (BKM) announced that the total includes seven cows and six goats, embodying the spirit of sacrifice central to the Islamic festival.

Among the seven cows, two were generously donated by the North Sumatra Regional Police and Rahmat Shah, a notable national community figure. These animals, along with the goats, are designated for distribution to various groups. The mosque plans to share the meat with its congregants, the surrounding local community, and importantly, with Muslim communities in areas where Muslims are a minority or rarely have the opportunity to perform the sacrifice.

The slaughter is scheduled for Thursday, May 28, which is the second day of Eid al-Adha (H+1), following the afternoon prayers. This timing is due to the Eid prayer commencing at 7:45 AM and awaiting the presence of the Sultan of Deli. Approximately 30 professional workers, adhering strictly to Islamic principles, will carry out the ritual. The mosque also indicated that the number of sacrificial animals might increase, as contributions from the Indonesian President, the Governor, or other officials are often received later. The mosque remains open for individuals wishing to bring their own sacrificial animals directly to the premises.