Is it permissible to perform the 'aqiqah for a newborn with less than a sheep, based on the saying that it is permissible to name a child "Arnab" (rabbit)?
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Aqiqa is only valid with camels, cattle, or sheep. Nothing less than a sheep is acceptable for it. Therefore, it is not permissible to perform Aqiqa for a newborn with a rabbit.
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