What is Aqeeqah?
Aqeeqah is the sacrifice of an animal on the occasion of a child’s birth. It is a Sunnah muakkadah (strongly recommended practice) of the Prophet (peace be upon him), who said: “Every child is pledged for his Aqeeqah, which is sacrificed on his behalf on the seventh day, and he is named on it, and his head is shaved.” (Abu Dawud, Tirmidhi)
How Many Animals for Aqeeqah?
- For a boy: Two sheep or goats
- For a girl: One sheep or goat
Some scholars hold that one animal is sufficient for both genders, but the majority view is two for a boy and one for a girl.
When Should Aqeeqah Be Performed?
The preferred time is the 7th day after birth. If missed, it can be performed on the 14th day, the 21st day, or at any time thereafter. There is no expiry on Aqeeqah - even an adult can have their parents perform it for them retroactively.
Aqeeqah Prices With Muslims In Need
- Kashmir: £120 per animal
- Pakistan: £120 per animal
- Syria: £130 per animal
- Tanzania: £50 per animal
- Yemen: £120 per animal
For a boy in Tanzania, the total cost is just £100 for both animals. Give via our Aqeeqah page or directly on the Tanzania Aqeeqah page.
Distribution of Aqeeqah Meat
The meat is distributed to the poor, relatives, and neighbours - following the same principles as Qurbani. When given through Muslims In Need, all meat goes to the poorest families in your chosen country.
Can I Combine Aqeeqah and Qurbani?
According to the majority of scholars, Aqeeqah and Qurbani are separate obligations and cannot be combined in a single animal. You should sacrifice separate animals for each purpose. However, if a child is born during the days of Eid, some Hanafi scholars permit combining the intention.
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