korban

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Malay:

korban

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  1. the ritual sacrifice of an animal by Muslims during Hari Raya Haji (Hari Raya Aidiladha)

    2. Meanwhile, efforts were being made to ensure that the Korban carried on as scheduled, even though 121 sheep imported from Ireland for the rites died on the way to Singapore, due to heat stress.

    — 2016 September 13, Amanda Lee. Today, "All S’poreans have to reject extremist, exclusivist ideas: Yaacob". p.1

    I have also seen Muslim friends being involved in the korban for Hari Raya Haji, and am amazed at how it is done.

    — 2013 October 10, Donavon Chee Kwok Hoe. Today, "Festivals are more than just celebrations". p.22


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