What is the significance of Aqiqah?

– The most important reason for having an Aqiqah ceremony is so that Muslims can say thank you to Allah (God) for the birth of a baby. Parents invite friends and family to celebrate and join them in thanking Allah. They share a special meal together. Friends and family might bring gifts for the baby.

When should Aqeeqah be done?

When should Aqiqah take place The time of sacrifice should be done on the seventh day after the birth, but if it is delayed any time after that, it will still remain as a recommended practice.

Is aqiqah required?

The aqiqah is sunnah and mustahabb; it is not obligatory at all, so there is no sin on the one who does not do it.

Can I do Aqiqah for myself?

If your parents were having difficulties to do it for you before, you can do it for yourself. This is because Aqiqah is not an obligation. If a person offered ‘Aqiqah for himself, even if he is grown up, it would be good.

What happens during Aqeeqah?

At the Aqiqah ceremony the parents give thanks to Allah for the gift of the baby. The shaving of the head symbolises the cleansing of the baby from impurities and the start of its life afresh in the presence of Allah. The baby is given a taste of honey to reflect the sweetness of the Qur’an .

Can I do my own Aqiqah?

Ideally the Aqiqah will be done before the child becomes mature but, in some circumstances, it can be permissible after this period to do your own Aqiqah as an adult. According to the majority of scholars and experts of fiqh (Islamic Law) parents who have the means to perform Aqiqah are highly recommended to do so.

Who can give Aqeeqah?

It is a Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) that when a baby is born the parents should perform Aqeeqah for the child by slaughtering two goats or sheep for a boy and one sheep or goat for a girl. MAA will conduct your Aqeeqah or general sacrifice where it is most needed around the world.

What is the difference between Qurban and Aqiqah?

Let’s recap the differences between qurban and aqiqah: Both are sunnah, Qurban is done to give thanks for our day to day lives and many more reasons that we should be grateful for. Aqiqah is done to give thanks or gratitude for the birth of a new child.