Aqiqah Jogja Murah

 

Aqiqah Jogja Murah

 

Muslim parents do not traditionally hold a "baby shower" prior to the child's birth. The Islamic alternative is a welcoming ceremony called the aqiqah (Ah-KEE- ka), which is held after the child is born. Hosted by the baby's family, the aqiqah includes traditional rituals and is an essential celebration for welcoming a new baby into a Muslim family. 

The aqiqah is the Islamic alternative to the baby shower, which in many cultures is held before the child's birth. But among most Muslims, it is considered unwise to host a celebration before the child is born. The aqiqah is a way for parents to show gratefulness and thanks to Allah for the blessings of a healthy child.

Timing

The aqiqah is traditionally held on the seventh day after the child's birth, but it may also be postponed until later (often the 7th, 14th, or 21st day after birth). If one cannot afford the expense at the time of the child's birth, it may even be postponed longer, as long as it is done prior to the child reaching puberty. Some scholars even advise adults to make an aqiqah for themselves if the celebration was not done earlier. 

The Aqiqah Meal

Muslim parents often host the aqiqah at their home or a community center. The aqiqah is an optional dinner event designed to celebrate the child's birth and welcome him or her to the community. There is no religious consequence for not holding an aqiqah; it is a "sunnah" tradition but is not required.

The aqiqah is always hosted by the parents or extended family of the newborn child. In order to provide a community meal, the family slaughters one or two sheep or goats. This sacrifice is considered the defining part of the aqiquah. While sheep or goats are the most common sacrificial animals, in some regions, cows or camels may also be sacrificed. There are precise conditions attached to the sacrificial slaughter: the animal must be healthy and free of defects, and the slaughter must be done humanely. One-third of the meat is given away to the poor as charity, and the rest is served in a large community meal with relatives, friends, and neighbors. Many guests bring gifts for the new baby and the parents, such as clothing, toys or baby furniture