Are there sacrifices every day
As the African platform, we perform sacrifices such as Votive, Sadaqah, Akika and Healing sacrifices every day.
Akika sacrifice in Africa
Akika sacrifice is a sacrifice sacrificed in Islam to thank God for the newborn child. Akika sacrifice can be made for both boys and girls. This sacrifice is sacrificed on the seventh day of the child's birth, but some Islamic scholars state that it is flexible and can be sacrificed on later days.
Here are the details about the akika sacrifice:
Slaughtering the Akika Sacrifice
Intention: An intention must be made when sacrificing Akika. It is intended that the sacrifice is made for the sake of the newborn child, with the consent of Allah in mind.
Animal Selection: Sheep or goats are generally preferred for Akika sacrifice. It is circumcision to sacrifice two animals for a boy and one animal for a girl, but for those who are financially insufficient, one sacrifice is also sufficient.
Conditions for the Sacrificial Animal: The animal to be sacrificed must be healthy, perfect and of a certain age. Sheep and goats must be one year old, and cattle and camels must be two years old.
Slaughtering Time: Akika sacrifice should be slaughtered on the seventh day of the child's birth. However, if this day passes, it can be cut on another suitable day.
Slaughter Place: The sacrifice should be slaughtered in a place suitable for hygienic conditions. This is important for both religious and health reasons.
Slaughter Prayers: While the sacrifice is being sacrificed, the name of Allah should be mentioned and slaughter prayers should be recited.
Distribution of Akika Sacrifice in Afirka
Meat Distribution: We cook the sacrificed meat and distribute it to orphans.
We also provide services to associations, individuals and NGOs.
Feast: Some families cook the meat of the akika sacrifice and throw a feast for their relatives and friends. This is a beautiful way to share social solidarity and joy.
The Importance of Akika Sacrifice Akika sacrifice is a form of worship that both expresses gratitude to God and strengthens social solidarity. With this worship, the birth of the child is celebrated, God is thanked, and at the same time, the poor and needy are taken care of.