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Part 3 of “The Regimen: Ruqyah with the Qur’an and Sunnah” Compiled by Dalia Elamawy&nbsp; Introduction Among the most powerful protections against harm are the ayaat revealed regarding sihr (magic). These verses affirm that harm only occurs by Allah’s permission, expose the reality of false sorcery, and strengthen conviction that healing and protection come from Him alone.&nbsp; Surat al-Baqarah (البقرة) 102–103 102. They followed what the Shayatin (devils) gave out falsely of the magic in the lifetime of Sulaiman (Solomon). Sulaiman did not disbelieve, but the Shayatin disbelieved, teaching men magic and such things that came down at Babylon to the two angels, Harut and Marut. But neither of these two taught anyone till they had said, “We are only for trial, so disbelieve not.” And from these (angels) people learn that by which they cause separation between man and his wife, but they could not thus harm anyone except by Allah’s Leave. And they learn what harms them and profits them not. Indeed, they knew that those who bought it would have no share in the Hereafter. And how bad indeed was that for which they sold their own selves, if they but knew.103. And if they had believed and guarded themselves from evil, far better would have been the reward from their Lord, if they but knew! Points to Ponder This ayah is a powerful disavowal of Prophet Sulaiman ﷺ from the shirk of sihr. I affirm through it that no harm can come to me except by the will of Allah. Anyone who resorts to sihr is doomed to a wretched end — an end he has purchased for a meager price.Virtue and Benefit These ayaat are extremely powerful against sihr and the shayateen.How to Use It for Ruqyah In cases of sihr or jinn possession, repeat the parts of admonition and warning to increase the effect. The recitation should be assertive and clear — not meek nor hesitant.&nbsp; Surat al-Baqarah (البقرة) 164–165 164. Verily! In the creation of the heavens and the earth, in the alternation of night and day, the ships that sail through the sea for the benefit of mankind, and the rain which Allah sends down from the sky — reviving the earth after its death — and the moving creatures of all kinds He scattered therein, and in the veering of winds and clouds between the sky and the earth, are indeed signs for people of understanding.165. And of mankind are some who take others besides Allah as rivals. They love them as they love Allah. But those who believe love Allah more. If only those who do wrong could see, when they behold the torment, that all power belongs to Allah and that Allah is Severe in punishment. Points to Ponder The signs of creation point to the magnificence and irresistible power of the Creator, to whom I have submitted myself wholly. My belief in Him is my fortress — one that those who set up rivals to Allah can never overcome.How to Use It for Ruqyah This is a powerful ayah against shayṭān. Repeat the ending of the ayah multiple times to increase its effect against evil or harm.&nbsp; Ayatul Kursi (البقرة 255) (divinely revealed توقيفي)Allah! La ilaha illa Huwa — none has the right to be worshipped but He, the Ever-Living, the One Who sustains and protects all that exists. Neither slumber nor sleep overtakes Him. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and the earth. Who can intercede with Him except by His Permission? He knows what happens to them in this world and what will happen to them in the Hereafter. And they will never grasp anything of His Knowledge except what He wills. His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth, and He feels no fatigue in guarding and preserving them. He is the Most High, the Most Great. Points to Ponder This is the greatest ayah in the entire Qur’an — how can any evil withstand it? It encompasses every aspect of tawheed and contains Allah’s most beautiful names: Al-Hayy and Al-Qayyoom. I submit myself wholly to Him.Virtue and Benefit Ayatul Kursi is the greatest protection from all evil. Even Shayṭān himself admitted this when caught stealing! [Authentic narrations: IslamQA 6092]How to Use It for Ruqyah Recite it an odd number of times. It is foundational for all types of ruqyah — for physical pain, psychological affliction, ‘ain, sihr, or possession.&nbsp; The Last Two Ayahs of Surat al-Baqarah (285–286) (divinely revealed توقيفي)285. The Messenger ﷺ believes in what has been sent down to him from his Lord, and so do the believers. Each one believes in Allah, His angels, His Books, and His Messengers. They say, “We make no distinction between any of His Messengers.” They say, “We hear and we obey. Your forgiveness, our Lord, and to You is the return.”286. Allah does not burden a soul beyond its capacity. It will have the reward it has earned and it will bear the burden it has earned. “Our Lord! Do not punish us if we forget or fall into error. Our Lord! Do not lay upon us a burden like that which You laid upon those before us. Our Lord! Do not burden us beyond what we can bear. Pardon us, forgive us, and have mercy on us. You are our Protector, so give us victory over the disbelieving people.” Background Story When verse 284 was revealed — “To Allah belongs all that is in the heavens and the earth…” — the Companions fell to their knees and said, “O Messenger of Allah! We were commanded to do what we could bear — prayer, fasting, charity — but this ayah is beyond us.”The Prophet ﷺ said, “Do you want to say as the People of the Book said: ‘We hear and disobey’? Rather, say: ‘We hear and obey. Forgive us, O our Lord; to You is the return.’” When they accepted this and recited it, Allah revealed: “Allah does not burden a soul beyond its capacity.”&nbsp; Points to Ponder Like the Companions, I submit to Allah unfalteringly. I hear and I obey. I seek protection from what befell those before us. I know that Allah will never burden me beyond my strength. I seek His mercy, forgiveness, and clemency — for soon I will return to Him.Virtue and Benefit The Prophet ﷺ said:“Whoever recites the last two verses of Surat al-Baqarah at night, they will suffice him.” — Agreed upon (Bukhari and Muslim) They are sufficient against all evil.How to Use It for Ruqyah Recite them an odd number of times. These verses are foundational for all forms of ruqyah.&nbsp; These ayaat expose false magic, strengthen the believer’s tawheed, and fill the heart with yaqeen that no harm nor healing exists except by Allah’s command.&nbsp; Next in the series: &nbsp;“Allah’s Power and Dominion” — verses that remind the heart that every force in creation is under Allah’s control.

Ayaat al-Sihr – Combating Magic through the Qur’an

Part 2 of “The Regimen: Ruqyah with the Qur’an and Sunnah”Compiled by Dalia ElamawyIntroductionEvery journey of ruqyah begins with foundations — the words that establish Allah’s greatness, affirm His oneness, and ground the heart in worship. These recitations form a shield of protection against shayṭān and are essential for any ruqyah regimen.1. The Adhaan (الأذان)الله أكبر، الله أكبر، الله أكبر، الله أكبر، أشهد أن لا إله إلا الله، أشهد أن لا إله إلا الله، أشهد أن محمدًا رسولُ الله، أشهد أن محمدًا رسولُ الله، حيَّ على الصلاة، حيَّ على الصلاة، حيَّ على الفلاح، حيَّ على الفلاح، الله أكبر، الله أكبر، لا إله إلا اللهPoints to PonderThe Adhaan declares Allah’s greatness over all things and our submission to His absolute oneness. It reminds us that the Messenger’s ﷺ path is the only path to follow, and that ṣalāh — the anchor that connects us to our purpose — is the true key to success in this life and the Hereafter.Its Virtue and BenefitThe Adhaan is a powerful weapon against shayṭān. He flees when he hears its call.How to Use It for RuqyahRecite it an odd number of times.2. Surat al-Fātiḥah (الفاتحة)Alhamdu lillaahi rabbil ‘aalameen Ar-Rahmaani-r-Raheem Maaliki yawmi-d-deen Iyyaaka na‘budu wa iyyaaka nasta‘een Ihdina-ṣ-ṣiraata-l-mustaqeem Ṣiraata-l-ladheena an‘amta ‘alayhim ghayri-l-maghdhoobi ‘alayhim walad-daaalleenPoints to PonderI am reciting the greatest surah of the greatest speech. It is the foundation of the Qur’an. In it, I praise and glorify Allah and affirm my ‘ubūdiyyah — my servitude to Him — singling Him out for worship alone. It is a special du‘aa’ between me and my Lord, a plea to be guided to the straight path with the righteous, and a determined disavowal from those who went astray or angered Him.Virtue and BenefitAbu Sa‘id reported that the Messenger ﷺ of Allah said:“The Opening of the Book (al-Fātiḥah) is a cure to every poison.” (Ad-Dārimī)Also, when a man was stung and a companion recited Surat al-Fātiḥah upon him, the Prophet ﷺ smiled and said:“How did you know that Surah al-Fātiḥah is ruqyah?” (Bukhārī)How to Use It for RuqyahRecite it an odd number of times. It is a foundation for all types of ruqyah — physical pain, psychological affliction, ‘ain, siḥr, or possession.(divinely revealed توقيفي)3. Surat al-Baqarah (البقرة) 1–5Alif-Lam-Mim. This is the Book (the Qur’an), whereof there is no doubt — a guidance for those who are Al-Muttaqun (the pious and righteous). Those who believe in the unseen, establish prayer, and spend from what We have provided for them. Those who believe in what has been revealed to you (Muhammad ﷺ) and what was revealed before you, and they are certain of the Hereafter. They are on true guidance from their Lord, and they are the successful.Points to PonderI have no doubt in this Book. It is my source of guidance. Taqwa is built on my belief in the unseen — though I have not seen it, I know that Allah’s speech is the truest. I live to strive in obedience, and my certainty in the Hereafter is my motivation.How to Use It for RuqyahRecite it once.“Recite Surat al-Baqarah, for reciting it is a blessing, leaving it is grief, and magicians cannot withstand it.” — Prophet Muhammad ﷺ (Muslim)These recitations — the Adhaan, al-Fātiḥah, and the opening verses of al-Baqarah — form the spiritual groundwork for ruqyah. They strengthen belief, repel evil, and establish protection by the permission of Allah, al-Shāfī.Next in the series: &nbsp;“Ayat al-Sihr – Combating Magic through Qur’an” — exploring the verses that break the hold of sihr and affirm Allah’s ultimate control over harm and healing.

Foundational Recitations for Protection

A Selection of the Most Significant Ayaat and Adhkaar from the Qur’an and Sunnah for RuqyahPart 1 of “The Regimen: Ruqyah with the Qur’an and Sunnah”Compiled by Dalia ElamawyIntroductionRuqyah — spiritual healing through the Qur’an and Sunnah — is one of the most blessed forms of seeking Allah’s shifaa’. While the entire Qur’an is a cure, certain ayaat carry distinct effects and have been explicitly narrated to be used for ruqyah.Please note: There are many ayaat used for ruqyah; the ones below are those that I have personally used regularly and have found their effect to be quite significant. The ayaat that have been explicitly narrated to be used for ruqyah are labeled as توقيفي (divinely revealed).The Whole Qur’an is a CureAll of the Qur’an is shifaa’ (cure), but we can tailor the ruqyah to the type of healing we seek. During ruqyah, make your best effort to reflect on the meaning of what you are reciting. The more you are engaged with what you are saying, the greater the effect it will have.The first step is to make the intention for shifaa’, coupled with absolute conviction that no one can cure except Allah, al-Shafi. We are merely the means to the cure. When reciting any of the following ayaat or adhkaar, reflect on their meaning and recite at least once. During the ruqyah, you or the Raqi should have a very strong mental presence and awareness of what is happening to you physically.This is not the time to recite delicately or too melodiously. The recitation should be audible, assertive, and clear — without prolonging.If you feel anything unusual — drowsiness, tremors, pain, or discomfort — repeat the parts that caused that reaction. Do not worry; this is all part of the healing process.How to Perform RuqyahYou may do ruqyah by reciting:Into your hands, blowing with very little spittle, then passing your hands over the afflicted area of the body.While placing your hand directly on the area or on the forehead of the afflicted (impermissible for a non-mahram).Into water (preferably Zamzam) — by putting your mouth close to the container, blowing lightly after each recitation, and having the afflicted drink it.Into olive oil (extra virgin) — blowing lightly after each recitation and having the afflicted rub it on the pained area.Into water for bathing — especially in occurrences of sihr (magic) or ‘ain/hassad (evil eye or envy).Before You Begin RecitationSay:أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ السَّمِيعِ الْعَلِيمِ مِنَ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ، مِنْ هَمْزِهِ، وَنَفْخِهِ، وَنَفْثِهِ“I seek refuge in Allah, the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing, from Shaytaan the outcast — from his whispers, his blowing, and his nafth.”Then say:بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ“In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.”Send salaah and salaam upon the Messenger ﷺ, and begin.This marks the foundation of your ruqyah regimen — entering into healing with full presence, sincerity, and conviction that no cure exists except by Allah’s permission.Next in the series: “Foundational Recitations for Protection” — exploring the Adhaan and Surat al-Fatihah as the first pillars of ruqyah.

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