Housewives’ Understanding of The Purpose and Rulings of Aqiqah from An Educational Perspective

Abstract

This study aims to analyze housewives’ understanding of the objectives and legal status of aqiqah within the framework of Islamic family education. The research focuses on three main aspects: comprehension of the educational values of aqiqah, understanding of its legal rulings, and the learning sources used to acquire religious knowledge. Employing a qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews and documentation involving ten housewives in RT.001 RW.01, Gedong Subdistrict, East Jakarta. The findings reveal that most respondents perceive aqiqah as an expression of gratitude and a moment of prayer for the child, and consistently understand its legal status as sunnah. Learning sources reflect a hybrid model combining traditional methods (religious gatherings) and modern platforms (digital media). However, areas for improvement remain, particularly in understanding the social dimension of aqiqah, promoting independent learning, and preserving intergenerational knowledge transmission. This study recommends strengthening pedagogical competence among housewives through contextual and sustainable religious literacy strategies to optimize Islamic education within the family.