Bagaimana pelaksanaan akikah yang benar menurut islam? Ustadz DR Khalid Basalamah, MA

Summary

This video explains the Islamic practice of Aqiqah, which involves sacrificing an animal to celebrate the birth of a child. It outlines the proper timing, which is ideally on the 7th day, and the distribution of meat to the poor and orphans. The video debunks common misconceptions, such as carrying the baby while reciting Salawat and applying perfume to guests, highlighting that these practices are innovations without authentic basis. The key focus is on following the Sunnah with simplicity—slaughtering the animal, giving a meaningful name, and shaving the baby’s hair as acts of gratitude and charity.

Takeaways

• 😀 Aqiqah is the Islamic ritual of sacrificing an animal in gratitude for the birth of a child.
• 😀 For a boy, it is recommended to slaughter two goats; for a girl, one goat is sufficient.
• 😀 The preferred timing for performing aqiqah and naming the child is on the seventh day after birth.
• 😀 Shaving the baby's hair is part of the Sunnah, and the hair's weight in silver, gold, or local currency should be given as charity to the poor.
• 😀 The meat from the sacrificed animals should be distributed to the poor, orphans, and family members.
• 😀 Inviting guests is permissible but not required; it is not part of the authentic Sunnah.
• 😀 Practices such as carrying the baby while reciting salawat are not mentioned in any authentic Hadith and are considered innovations.
• 😀 Rubbing perfume on guests during aqiqah is not prescribed and has no basis in the Sunnah.
• 😀 Historical accounts show that companions of the Prophet did not hold large events or invite many people for aqiqah or circumcision.
• 😀 The essence of aqiqah is simple: slaughter according to Sharia, name the child, shave the hair, give charity, and share the meat.

Q & A

What is Aqiqah according to Islamic teachings?

Aqiqah is an Islamic ritual performed for newborns, involving the slaughter of an animal as a form of gratitude to Allah and charity, along with naming the child and shaving the baby's hair.

How many animals should be slaughtered for a boy and a girl during Aqiqah?

For a boy, two goats should be slaughtered, and for a girl, one goat is sufficient.

When is the recommended time to perform Aqiqah?

The best time to perform Aqiqah is on the seventh day after the child's birth, as supported by authentic Hadith.

What should be done with the meat from the Aqiqah sacrifice?

The meat should be distributed to the poor, orphans, or shared with family and friends. It is not necessary to hold a large event.

What is the Sunnah regarding shaving the baby's hair?

The newborn's hair should be shaved, and its weight in silver, gold, or local currency should be given as charity to the poor.

Is it required to make a large celebration or special invitations for Aqiqah?

No, it is not required. Aqiqah can be done simply, and large events or special invitations are considered cultural additions, not part of Sunnah.

Are there any authentic Hadith supporting carrying the baby while reciting Salawat or perfuming guests during Aqiqah?

No, there is no authentic evidence from the Prophet ﷺ or his companions supporting these practices. They are considered innovations (Bid’ah).

What should parents do on the seventh day of the baby's life besides performing Aqiqah?

Parents should give the baby a good name, perform the Aqiqah slaughter, shave the baby's hair, and give the equivalent weight of the hair as charity.

Can Aqiqah be performed as a form of gratitude beyond charity to the poor?

Yes, some scholars allow inviting family and friends to share the Aqiqah meal as an expression of gratitude, but it is optional and not mandatory.

What historical example illustrates the correct way to perform Aqiqah?

When Abdullah bin Zubair was born, the Prophet ﷺ gave blessings, and his parents performed the Aqiqah by slaughtering the animal, naming the child, and distributing the meat without holding a special event or inviting many people.

Why is simplicity emphasized in performing Aqiqah?

Simplicity is emphasized to follow the Prophet's ﷺ example, focus on obedience to Sharia, and ensure the act benefits the needy rather than becoming a display or extravagant celebration.