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Evil Eye and Hasad: Qur’an, Sunnah, Protection and FAQs

Evil eye and hasad explained through Qur’an and hadith: al-Falaq, al-Nas, daily adhkar, sincere intention and 17 FAQs, without fear or unsupported claims.

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Waswas: Its Nature, Protection and Qur’anic Spiritual Care

Understand waswas in Islam: Satan’s whispering, doubts during wudu, Qur’anic protection, dhikr, dua and ruqyah, with a note on seeking appropriate support.

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Is Reciting the Qur’an Enough? 10 Common Questions About Ruqyah Answered

Explore ten common questions about Qur’anic recitation, ruqya, talismans and seeking healing, with an explanation of the Islamic approach.

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NLP and Hypnotism: Scientific Claims and the Islamic Perspective

An Islamic perspective on NLP and hypnotism, examining the claims made about these practices and questions about evidence and belief.

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Anxiety and Fear: Ruqya Alongside Medical Treatment

Anxiety, sudden fear, palpitations, poor sleep, recurring intrusive doubts and low mood can be exhausting. Medical treatment and Ruqya do not need to be treated as opposing choices.You may continue care and medication prescribed by your clinician while practising Ruqya…

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Concerns About Sihr: A Responsible Ruqya Approach

If you are worried about sihr, first remember that physical, emotional and family difficulties cannot automatically be attributed to it. Continue appropriate assessment and your clinician’s advice. A believer may seek Allah’s healing and protection through Qur’an and authentic supplications.What…

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How to Practise Self-Ruqya: A Qur’an and Sunnah-Based Guide

Self-Ruqya means reciting Qur’an and authentic supplications taught by the Prophet ﷺ for yourself, seeking Allah’s help and protection. Its foundation is tawhid and reliance upon Allah, without secret words or special powers.How can I begin?Having wudu is good. Sit…

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Ruqya and Mental Health: An Islamic Perspective

Understand ruqya and mental health from an Islamic perspective, including spiritual support, the limits of assumptions about causes, and the importance of appropriate professional care.

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What Is Ruqya? A Simple Islamic Guide

Learn what authentic Islamic Ruqiya is, its basis in the Qur’an and Sunnah, permitted practices, common misconceptions, and a balanced approach to spiritual healing.

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