Is sacrifice compulsory for those not performing Hajj?

[Reader Questions]

Dear brother,

According to this article abot Hajj you mentioned animal sacrifice is part of Hajj.

http://quransmessage.com/articles/hajj%20FM3.htm

But Muslims around the world perform animal sacrifice while celebrating Eid ul Adha . Is there any commandment or Quranic reference for this?

Peace

[Joseph Islam]

Salamun Alaikum

With regards the need to sacrifice, I humbly find from the Quran it compulsory only for those who complete Hajj. Outside that (Those who celebrate Eid ul-Adha etc) it would be charity. However, I personally would strongly recommend charity in all its multifaceted forms as it has numerous benefits as well as atoning for one's sins. [1]

I hope that helps, God willing.

Regards,
Joseph.


REFERENCE:

[1] THE CONCEPT OF SADAQAH FROM THE QURAN
http://www.quransmessage.com/articles/sadaqah%20FM3.htm