WHAT IS AQIQAH

Assalamu'alaikum Wrmbth, What is AQIQAH in islam ? Aqiqah means or defined as sacrificing animal due to the birt of a newborn. The word "aqiqah" is literally taken as "to cut". This religious practice is performed by the parents as conducted by Prophet Muhammad pbuh and his companions whenever bestowed with a new child. Aqiqah in islam is usually performed simultaneously with the day of shaving