QnA snapshots: The rules of Aqeeqah (9/9)
Question
What is the Aqeeqah for multiple births such as twins?
Answer
If twin boys are born then the Aqeeqah is four goats/sheep or two sheep and two goats (making four animals), according to what one prefers. If one girl and one boy are born, one sheep/goat for the girl is slaughtered and two sheep/goats are slaughtered for the boy making it three animals in total. If one does not have the means then they are allowed to slaughter according to their means. Grandparents and relatives assistance in this regard is highly recommended and desirable.
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- Mufti AK Hoosen
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