PART 5 – RUQYAS
43. That Jibreel Descends When Treating Some Jinn-Possessed Cases Is Unfounded
Question:
Some people in our area treat Jinn-possessed cases by Quranic recitations. They have claimed that when they were treating one such case, Jibreel came down from the sky and helped them to drive the Jinni out of the patient. This claim has created dissension and confusion among people.
Will you please give us a clear and simple explanation to this issue? Has Jibreel come down to help anybody or for any other purpose since the death of Allah‘s Messenger?
Answer:
It is legitimate to treat Jin-possessed patients with Quranic recitations (be they verses from one Sura, a whole Sura or Suras), for using the Qur‘an for Ruqyas is a legally established Islamic practice.
Regarding Jibreel‘s descent, this is a totally unfounded claim. (Ifta’ Permanent Committee, Islamic Research Journal, Issue 27, pp. 53 – 52.)
44. A Commonly Used Scorpion Sting Ruqya
Question:
A Ruqya in circulation is said to treat scorpion stings, and it has worked. Here it is:
“O Allah, this is the scorpion incantation, and the animal passed by the Jews and the Christians, and said `What caused you to cry, O, Allah‘s Messenger?‘ He said, ‘An animal from the dwellers of the Hell Fire, as sharp as a saw, as solid as a dinar.‘ Jibreel came down unto her blood, Jibreel came down; unto her poison. He, O Allah, gasped three times. He said, “Remain you in Allah‘s Might, and He recorded you in a Protected Slate.”
What is the legality of this Ruqya?
Answer:
The above-mentioned Ruqya is not valid and must not be used. In fact, it must be abandoned, and people must be cautioned against it.
Valid Ruqyas are those which use the Qur‘an and the established prayers mentioned in sound Hadiths, such as that done by Abu-Saeed Al-khudri on a disbeliever with Al-Fatihah. (Op. Cit.)
Allah is the One Who grants success. May His prayers be upon Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم, his kin and his Companions? (Ifta’ Permanent Committee, Islamic Research Journal, Issue 27, p. 62.)
45. Putting Up a Copy of the Qur’an if Afraid of Devils
Question:
I am a blind man. Every night some Jinn come to my house. I am scared of them, but now I use a copy of the Qur‘an to keep them away; if I put it up in their faces, they leave me. However, some people told me that I should not do that.
Will you please tell me what I must do?
Answer:
You have to keep remembrance of Allah when you go to bed, recite Al-Kursi Ayah, AI-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq and Annas Suras, and seek refuge in Allah three times morning and evening by saying these prayers: “In the name of Allah, with whose name no harm can be done on earth or in the heavens, and He is the All-Hearing and the All-Knowing.” By doing so, you will – by Allah‘s permission – be safe from the Jinn as well as from others. You do not need to use a copy of the Qur‘an the way you did, for it puts Allah‘s book in a degrading situation on the one hand, and pleases the devils on the other.
We pray that Allah will give you healing, and protect us all from devils. (Ifta’ Permanent Committee, Islamic Research Journal, Issue 26, p. 123 – 122.)
46. Ruqyas Using the Qur’an and Established Prayers
Question:
What is the legality of Ruqyas with the Qur‘an and the Prophet‘s established prayers?
Answer:
It is allowed to perform Ruqyah with the Qur‘an and the Prophet‘s established prayers for purposes of protection and healing from diseases. For example, as a Ruqya, one can recite from the Qur‘an: Al-Kursi Ayah and A-Ikhlaas, Al-Falaq, Annas1 and Al-Fatihah Suras. Of the Prophet‘s prayers, one can say; “O Allah, Lord of mankind, I beg you to remove the suffering. I beg You, as You are the Healer, and there is no healing but Yours, to bring about a healing that leaves behind no ailment.” One can also say, “I seek refuge in Allah‘s perfect words from the evil of all that He has created, from all devils and insects and from all envious eyes.” (Evidence has been mentioned.) There are several other established prayers that one can say. (Ifta’ Permanent Committee, Islamic Research Journal, Issue 26, p. 122.)
47. How Satan Approaches Man
Question:
How does Satan tempt man?
Answer:
Satan approaches people in a variety of ways. Sexual temptation is one way. Satan, for example, urges men to meet secretly with non-Mahram women, to mix with them, to look lustfully at them, listen to them singing, etc. This goes on till man commits adultery.
Another way is by tempting people to eat forbidden foods, drinking alcohol, taking narcotics, etc.
Satan approaches man by appealing to his instinctive love of ownership and wealth. He tempts people to increase their earnings by hook or crook; it does not matter even if this is done by Haram (unlawful) means, such as usury, theft, embezzlement, cheating, etc.
Satan appeals also to man‘s instinctive love of power. He tempts people to be authoritarian, arrogant, disdainful and contemptuous, unjust, etc. (Ifta’ Permanent Committee, Islamic Research Journal, Issue 20, pp. 182-183.)
48. The Legality of Ruqyas and Amulets
Question:
What is the legality of Ruqyas and Amulets?
Answer:
Ruqyas are legitimate so long as they use the Qur‘an, Allah‘s Attributes, the Prophet‘s established prayers and other similar prayers in the belief that they are only a means and that only Allah, the Exalted, is the source of all harm, all benefit and all healing. The Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم himself performed Ruqyas unto others and received them as well. He says, “Ruqyas are valid so long as they are void of Shirk.” (Sahih Muslim, Op. Cit.) Therefore, if they violate this requirement, they are forbidden.
As for amulets, according to relevant Hadiths, they are not allowed even if they are from the Qur‘an. (Fatwa of the Ifta’ Permanent Committee, Vol. 1, p. 207.)
49. Doing Quranic Recitations on a Patient for Allah’s Sake
Question:
Is it allowed to do Quranic recitations unto a patient free of charge for Allah‘s sake?
Answer:
Treating patients with Qur‘anic Ruqyas is not only allowed, but also recommended, for the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم says, “If one can benefit one‘s brethren/sisters, one should do so.” (Sahih Muslim, Op. Cit.) He and his Companions performed Ruqyas. Though allowed, wages would rather not be taken, in which case the Raqi seeks Allah‘s reward instead.
However, it is not valid of the Raqi to intend the reward to go to the patient; there is no evidence in Islam to suggest this. In this regard, the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم says, “If one introduces something alien into Islam, it must be rejected outright.” (Sahih Al-Bukhari, Kitab Assulh (Book of Reconciliation), Hadith No. 2697 & Sahih Muslim, Kitab Al-Aqdhiyah (Book of Court Cases), Hadith No. 1718.) & (Ifta’ Permanent Committee, Islamic Research Journal, Issue 27, pp. 58.)
50. The Legality of Beating and Strangling During Ruqyas:
Question:
Is the Raqi, using the Qur‘an, allowed to beat, strangle or speak to the possessor Jinni?
Answer:
Things of this sort were done by some Ulama in the past, such as Ibn-Taymiyah, who would address the Jinni, strangle and beat it till it was driven out. However, too1 much of these things, as practised by some Raqis, has no basis. (Ifta’ Permanent Committee, Fatwas on Treatment Using the Qur’an and the Sunnah, Ruqyas and Related Issues, by Ibn-Baz and Ibn-Uthaimeen, p. 69.)
51. Treating Patients Suffering from Forgetfulness
Question:
My mother had an operation whereby her gallbladder was removed. Since the operation, she has been suffering from forgetfulness. Is there some legal Ruqya treatment for her illness?
Answer:
This is in response to your request (registration No. 2612, date: 4 / 7 / 1407 H. at the Administration of Scientific Research and Ifta), regarding your mother‘s illness.
What happened to your mother was destined by Allah. In such a case, the Muslim is to exercise patience and seek reward from Allah, who says, “(155) … give glad tidings to the steadfast, (156) Who say, when a misfortune striketh them: Lo! We are Allah‘s and Lo! unto Him we are returning. (157) Such are they on whom are blessings from their Lord, and mercy. Such are rightly guided.” (Al-Baqara Sura, Ayahs 155-157.) Allah says also, “(11) No calamity befalleth save by Allah‘s leave. And whosoever believeth in Allah, He guideth his heart. And Allah is Knower of all things.” (At-Taghabun Sura, Ayah 11.)
The Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم says, “The greater the suffering, the greater the reward. If Allah loves some people, He tests them by affliction; those who are contented (with their lot) get the reward of contentment, and those who are discontented, get nothing but discontentment.” (Sunan Al-Tirmidhi, Kitab Azzuhd (Book of Asceticism), Hadith No. 2896.)
We recommend that you recite to your mother Al-Fatihah, Al-Kursi Ayah, Al-Ikhlaas, Al-Falaq, Annas and other Suras of the Glorious Qur‘an. Repeat the recitations morning and evening, for Allah has made the Qur‘an a healing from all evil, as He says, “(44) Say: It [the Qur‘an] is for those who believe [in it] a guidance and a healing.” (Fussilat Surah, Ayah 44.)
It is also recommended to say the Prophet‘s established prayers:
“O Allah! Lord of mankind! I beg You to remove the suffering. I beg You, as You are the Healer, and there is no healing but Yours, to bring about a healing that leaves behind no ailment.”
“In the name of Allah I am doing this Ruqya unto you to get rid‘ of what is harming you and of the evil of spirits and envious eyes. May Allah cure you! In the name of Allah I am doing this Ruqya unto you.” (Op. Cit.)
Repeat these prayers three times every day, and you can say any other prayers you like. However, it is recommended to say the Prophet‘s prayers.
You should take her to specialists, particularly those who performed the operation on her so that they may find a remedy for her illness.
May Allah guide all to what pleases Him and to cure your mother‘s illness, and may He grant all a healthy life. He is all hearing, and it is He Who answers prayers. (Ibn-Baz, Collection of Fatwas and Articles, Vol. 4, p. 389..)
52. Writing Ruqyas for People Under the Effect of Magic and Disease
Question:
Here in Sudan there are some so-called Sheikhs who write Mahayas (incantations) for patients suffering from some illness, magic or other mythical matters.
What is the legality of dealing with those Sheikhs, and what is the legality of their activities?
Answer:
Ruqya treatment for patients under the effect of magic or other diseases is valid so long as. it uses the Qur‘an or legally established prayers; the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم used to treat his companions with Ruqyas, such as:
“O our Lord, Allah, in heaven, holy be Your name. Your command reigns supreme in heaven and the earth. As Your mercy is in heaven, make Your mercy in the earth; send down some of Your mercy and some of Your remedy on this pain so that it can heal up.” (Sunan Abu-Dawood, Kitab Attib (Book of Medicine), Hadith No.3892.)
“In the name of Allah I am doing this Ruqya unto you to get rid of what is harming you and of the evil of spirits and envious eyes. May Allah cure you! In the name of Allah I am doing this Ruqya unto you.” (Sahih Muslim, Kitab Assalam (Book of Peace), Hadith No. 2186.)
Putting one‘s hand on the painful spot, one can pray, “I seek refuge in Allah and His Dignity from the evil of what I find and I fear.” (Sahih Muslim, Kitab Assalam (Book of Peace), Hadith No. 2202.)
Of course, there are many other Hadiths on this issue.
Regarding writing Qur‘anic verses and prayers for hanging, there is no agreement among the Ulama (Muslim scholars); some allow it, while others ban it. Banning is the likely verdict, for the practice of writing and hanging Qur‘ anic verses and prayers was not reported about the Prophet . What was reported was doing recitations unto patients. The hanging of Qur‘anic verses and prayers around patients‘ necks, hands, or putting them under their pillows, etc. is classified as forbidden, as there is no evidence to support them.
If one invents unjustified causes for one thing, this invention is considered Shirk, for it attempts to affirm some cause that is not created by Allah.
Irrespective of what those Sheikhs are – we do not know whether they are magicians who write bad or forbidden things – all bad or forbidden things must be banned on the basis of what the Ulama have affirmed; “Ruqyas are valid provided that they are comprehensible and void of Shirk.” (Ifta‘ Permanent Committee, Fatwas on Treatment Using the Qur‘an and the Sunnah, Ruqyas and Related Issues, by Ibn-Baz and Ibn-Uthaimeen, pp.11-12.)
By Khaled al-Jeraisy
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