Is a single sacrificial animal sufficient for the needs of an entire household?

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It is permissible for one person to perform the sacrifice (*Udhiyah*) on behalf of all members of his household, whether it is a sheep, a cow, or a camel. This is the established position of Ahmad, Malik, Al-Layth, Al-Awza'i, and Ishaq. This was narrated from Ibn Umar and Abu Hurayrah. The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, sacrificed two rams, dedicating one for himself and his household, and the other for the oneness of his nation. Evidence is found in the narration from Aisha where the Prophet prayed: 'O Allah, accept from Muhammad and the family of Muhammad.' Furthermore, a narration from Jabir states the Prophet dedicated the sacrifice 'for Muhammad and his Ummah.' Another narration from Abu Ayyub confirms that a man in the time of the Prophet used to sacrifice a sheep for himself and his household, consuming and distributing the meat.