Delayed Aqiqah for Older Children or Adults
Delayed Aqiqah for Older Children or Adults The practice of aqiqah—a sunnah act of slaughtering an animal to celebrate the birth of a child—is deeply rooted in Islamic tradition. While it is highly recommended to perform aqiqah on the 7th, 14th, or 21st day after a...
Aqiqah: Why 2 Sheeps for Boys But Only 1 for Girls?
Aqiqah: Why 2 Sheeps for Boys But Only 1 for Girls? One aspect of aqiqah that often raises questions from our customers is the difference in the number of animals sacrificed: two for boys and one for girls. Why is this distinction made, and what does it signify? Let’s...
Aqiqah vs Qurban: 5 Key Differences
Aqiqah vs Qurban: 5 Key Differences Many of us would be familiar with Qurban. You can’t really ignore this sacred rite, as it is often tied to one of the biggest Islamic celebrations. However, Aqiqah is probably lesser known and understood, and therefore is...