Fatwaa.net - Fatawa | Naming is obligatory according to the Hanafi school for every bird at the time of slaughter, and also according to the Maliki and Hanbali schools. However, now when the price of chicken decreases, people take quantities. If I name on the first bird, does it apply to all? According to the Hanafis, no. But if it is valid according to the Shafi'i school, can we follow that? Because this issue is not in a small quantity, but the problem arises in factories. Is it permissible according to the Shafi'i school?

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21 / 06 / 2026

How to Name on the Large Number of Sacrifices

Question

Naming is obligatory according to the Hanafi school for every bird at the time of slaughter, and also according to the Maliki and Hanbali schools. However, now when the price of chicken decreases, people take quantities. If I name on the first bird, does it apply to all? According to the Hanafis, no. But if it is valid according to the Shafi'i school, can we follow that? Because this issue is not in a small quantity, but the problem arises in factories. Is it permissible according to the Shafi'i school?

Answer

I say, and with God's guidance: If it is possible to correct a behavior that has become a common affliction among Muslims according to a Sunni doctrine, then it can be overlooked. However, this situation needs to be verified to ensure it is acceptable among the Shafi'is or others. And God knows best.

How to Name on the Large Number of Sacrifices

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