What is the minimum age for the 'Id sacrifice, and what is the meaning of the term "jad'ah"?
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The questioner : What is the minimum age for the 'Id sacrifice, with an explanation of the term "jad'ah," meaning what is its age?
The Shaykh : The "jad'ah" in sheep is one that has reached six months or more, though there is disagreement on this as well. Some say it is one year old and has entered its second year, while others say the matter varies depending on the animal's fatness. If it is plump, fatty, and fleshy, it is sufficient for it to have passed half a year; otherwise, it must be one year old. There is disagreement on this issue, and the important thing is that a person should be scrupulous regarding his religion and not slaughter anything except that which has entered its second year. This is the "jad'ah."
The Shaykh : The "jad'ah" in sheep is one that has reached six months or more, though there is disagreement on this as well. Some say it is one year old and has entered its second year, while others say the matter varies depending on the animal's fatness. If it is plump, fatty, and fleshy, it is sufficient for it to have passed half a year; otherwise, it must be one year old. There is disagreement on this issue, and the important thing is that a person should be scrupulous regarding his religion and not slaughter anything except that which has entered its second year. This is the "jad'ah."