Is facing the Qiblah obligatory when slaughtering an animal, and what is the opinion of the Four Imams on this matter?
Facing the Qiblah when slaughtering is a recommended act, not an obligatory one or a condition. There is no blame upon someone who fails to do so out of forgetfulness or error.
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