What is Ruqyah and How to Do Ruqyah
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Lily Syahirah Ramlan
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05 Feb 2022
Treating spiritual and physical ailments through Ruqyah is not a new practice in the Muslim society. However, many Muslims misuderstand what is Ruqyah and not many understand its function for every Muslim. What is worse is that there is a minority of Muslims who believe that Ruqyah is just a superstition and it is deemed as a practice for the conventional and narrow-minded people.
Although it is true that you must seek medical solutions first to find your suitable treatments, you should not ignore the fact that Ruqyah is also just as important to turn to when all other scientific treatments have failed. As mentioned many times in a famous hadith, seeking knowledge is a duty upon every Muslim, and you should at least understand why it’s important to seek knowledge for your worldly and spiritual gains, InshaAllah. To be a better and well-informed Muslim, it is essential to explore what is Ruqyah, the ruling and its significance, the ways to perform it as well as the symptoms after Ruqyah has been done.
What is Ruqyah?
Some Muslims misunderstand the definition of Ruqyah as a means to communicate with the evil spirits. This is actually not the case.
Ruqyah is essentially similar to a form of du’a which contains the recitations of certain Quranic verses, as well as other incantations and invocations according to the Prophetic tradition of our beloved Prophet Muhammad, Peace and Blessings be upon him.
All of these verses in Ruqyah are primarily for seeking refuge in Allah, as well as asking Allah to increase our Iman.
That’s right, the Ruqyah meaning is not only limited for protection against any spiritual and physical harm, but it is a means to increase our Iman and Taqwa towards Allah Almighty. The verses recited in Ruqyah are said to be a source of healing. Specifically, you can read Ruqyah for treating symptoms of evil eye, exorcism of Jinns, sihr (meaning black magic or witch-craft) sent by the inflictor as well as other physical ailments.
Ruqyah in the Quran and Sunnah
The term ‘Ruqyah’ is not specifically mentioned in the Quran and Sunnah, but in several verses and Prophetic traditions, there are indications that Quranic verses and other Ruqyah dua that can heal the diseases of mankind and it also offers a sense of peace and tranquility amongst Muslims who practice it. Therefore, to feel a spiritual and physical solace, Muslims should be aware of the pivotal role of Ruqyah verses for the soul and body:
وَقُلْ جَآءَ ٱلْحَقُّ وَزَهَقَ ٱلْبَـٰطِلُ ۚ إِنَّ ٱلْبَـٰطِلَ كَانَ زَهُوقًا
وَنُنَزِّلُ مِنَ ٱلْقُرْءَانِ مَا هُوَ شِفَآءٌ وَرَحْمَةٌ لِّلْمُؤْمِنِينَ ۙ وَلَا يَزِيدُ ٱلظَّـٰلِمِينَ إِلَّا خَسَارًا
“And say, “Truth has come and falsehood has vanished. Falsehood is surely bound to vanish.” And We send down in the Quran that which is a cure and a mercy for the believers.” (Quran 17:81-2)
As Ruqyah is universally known to treat ailments known to mankind, it is also a means for all Muslims to increase their Iman, build their connection with Allah and reaffirm their tawhidic beliefs for Allah the Almighty. By curing illnesses with the aid of Quranic verses, it actually signifies our belief and reliance on the words of Allah the Most Exalted.
The Messenger of Allah, Peace and Blessings be upon him, said: “Make good use of the two cures: honey and the Quran.” (Ibn Majah)
This hadith mentioned above implies that Quranic verses indeed have its own cure to all physical and spiritual illnesses, which is commonly used in Ruqyah.
‘A’ishah said: “When the Messenger of Allah, Peace and Blessings be upon him, was ill, Jibril ؑ performed Ruqyah on him.” (Muslim)
In another hadith, ‘A’ishah informs us that the Messenger of Allah, Peace and Blessings be upon him, entered upon her and found a woman treating her with Ruqyah (through other than the words of Allah جل جلاله .(He, Peace and Blessings be upon him, said: “Treat her with the book of Allah جل جلاله) “. (Ibn Hibban) She also said: “The Messenger of Allah, Peace and Blessings be upon him, used to command me to perform Ruqyah from the evil eye.” (Muslim)
Once the Messenger of Allah, Peace and Blessings be upon him, saw a girl whose face had changed colour in the house of Umm Salamah, so he, Peace and Blessings be upon him, said: “Seek Ruqyah for her, because she has been affected by the evil eye.” (Bukhari)
‘Ā’ishah narrated that whenever the Messenger of Allah, Peace and Blessings be upon him, would become sick, he would recite [the last 3 Surahs of the Quran] and then blow over his body. She says: “During his last illness from which he passed away, the Messenger of Allah, Peace and Blessings be upon him, used to blow over himself. But when his sickness intensified, I used to (recite and then) blow over him using his own hands because of their blessings.” (Bukhari)
In another hadīth, she mentions that whenever anyone from his family would become ill, he, Peace and Blessings be upon him, would blow over them with these three Sūrahs. (Muslim)
All of these Quranic verses and hadiths mentioned above are related to the functionality of Ruqyah and how it is quite commonly used during the times of the Prophet, Peace and Blessings be upon him, to treat all kinds of illnesses as well as increasing Iman.
Is Ruqyah Halal or Haram?
Before we understand the ruling of Ruqyah and whether or not it is halal or haram, it is important to know the essence of Ruqyah which we mentioned earlier in the article. The idea of Ruqyah is to seek protection from Allah Almighty alone from the evil of Shaytaan and other evil spirits. It is not only a means to cure, but to build our Iman and taqwa towards Allah the Merciful.
Therefore, the essence of Ruqyah is by no means ‘haram’ or ‘forbidden’. It is in fact permissible and even encouraged for all Muslims to practice, as it is one of the Sunnahs of our beloved Prophet Muhammad, Peace and Blessings be upon him, as well as a way to ask for Allah’s Help. Ruqyah is in no shape or form an association to superstition or shirk, hence it is completely permissible.
HOWEVER, what makes it forbidden and a complete turn from halal to haram is when we seek spiritual ailments from magicians, sorcerers, fortune-tellers and the like. Allah has mentioned in the Quran:
“And indeed they knew that the buyers of it (magic) would have no share in the Hereafter. And how bad indeed was that for which they sold their own selves, if they but knew.” [Quran 2:102]
In one hadith, the Prophet, Peace and Blessings be upon him, mentioned: “Avoid seven most dangerous things.” The Companions asked: “O Messenger of Allah! What are these things' He, Peace and Blessings be upon him, answered: 'Making anyone or any thing a partner of Allah; practicing magic; killing a living being whose life has been declared sacred by Allah without
justification; practicing usury; misappropriating the property of an orphan; running away from the infidels in a battle; and slandering chaste, innocent, believing women.' (Bukhari and Muslim)
This shows that seeking help from these people is not only unlawful in Islam due to its utter belief in superstitions, but it is a form of shirk as we rely on the help of other than Allah Almighty, which is to be avoided at all costs. Nauzubillah.
Do You Have to be Experienced to Perform Ruqyah?
There is a huge debate on whether or not you should recite Ruqyah on your own or leave it to the Muslim practitioners known as Raqi. In reality, anyone can perform Ruqyah as long as they know the steps and fulfil certain requirements. However, if you ever feel like you’re too scared or frightened, and you have more doubt than you do confidence, then it is better to look for qualified and experienced Raqi to assist you in the process of Ruqyah.
Again, there is no harm in learning the lost art of Ruqyah as it’s not only relevant when you are afflicted with spiritual or physical harm, but it helps you to increase your taqwa towards Allah the Merciful, and strengthens your spirituality if you gain the knowledge to do so. You will learn everything you need from understanding the theoretical learnings and principles of Ruqyah, the kinds of spiritual illnesses, the etiquette of practising Ruqyah, its practical applications, as well as applying the supplications, Quranic verses, salawat and manzil to perform Ruqyah.
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How to Perform Ruqyah?
Before you begin any performance of Ruqyah, here are the three things you should bear in mind to ensure that you begin with the correct step, InshaAllah. Oftentimes, Muslims associate Ruqyah with a superstitious feeling, or they might feel scared or anxious if they will be attacked by spiritual evil. However, we will show you how to do Ruqya on yourself so you don’t feel as anxious anymore:
1. Intention (Niyyah)
With every action begins with the slightest of intention. It could be a fleeting thought or a purposeful and thoughtful intention. When you begin the performance of Ruqyah treatment, rectify your intention and ask Allah for protection and to remove all evil by the words of the Quran.
2. Conviction (Yaqin)
To recite Ruqyah verses without knowing its meaning isn’t ideal. When you do Ruqya on yourself, it is essential that you perform it with absolute confidence, reciting the Quranic verses loudly and clearly, with a firm belief that Allah Almighty is the only One who provides the Cure.
3. Patience and Consistency
Performing Ruqyah is not just a one-time action you should take for granted. It requires you to perform it consistently so you may reap the benefits sooner or later, InshaAllah. For some, it might take days, months or even years. Recite Ruqyah dua, Ruqyah verses on a daily basis. Great things come to those who wait and persevere, InshaAllah.
What Should You Do Before Ruqyah?
There are certain etiquette or rules you should follow before you begin the process of Ruqyah healing to maximise the power of the treatment, InshaAllah. Here are the few things you should keep in mind:
- Before you begin, perform wudhu and offer two rak’ats and make du’a to Allah Almighty. This is especially important when you perform tahajjud during the darkness of the night. Make sincere dua to Allah and ask for His assistance in healing whatever ailment you are currently enduring.
- To perform Ruqyah for healing is to make sincere istighfar and avoid committing sins. Try your best to control your lust and desires, do good to one another, and if you have ever wronged someone or have performed injustice, you should restore their rights.
- A powerful Ruqyah also comes from those who give sadaqah. As mentioned by our beloved Prophet Muhammad, Peace and Blessings be upon him, he said “Treat your sick by giving Sadaqah.” (Bayhaqi). Therefore, give charity whenever you can with the intention of asking Allah for His Help.
- Before you begin the process of Ruqyah, it is important to omit any animated pictures which are available at home. If you have any live photos, amulets containing indecipherable texts associated with shirk, or even evil eye amulets are to be disposed of immediately. Take the objects away by throwing them into a river, or anywhere far from home so you are protected from evil.
- If you can and if it is not too burdensome for you, it is best if you stay in a state of wudhu throughout the day, especially when you sleep.
What Should You Do During Ruqyah?
Now that you have followed the steps before you perform Ruqyah, now is when the process of Ruqyah Islam takes place. Here are some of the gestures and recitations you should do:
1. When you begin the first step of Ruqyah, recite Salawat or salutations upon our beloved Prophet, Peace and Blessings be upon him as an introduction of the Ruqyah treatment.
2. Secondly, you may begin reciting the Ruqyah verses below as loud and clear as you can with absolute concentration and conviction. Recite this 3 to 7 times.
Dua for Ruqyah (Quranic Verses):
أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ السَّمِيعِ الْعَلِيمِ مِنْ الشَّيْطَانِ الرَّجِيمِ مِنْ هَمْزِهِ وَنَفْخِهِ وَنَفْثِهِ
حَسْبِيَ اللَّهُ لاَ إِلَهَ إِلاَّ هُوَ عَلَيْهِ تَوَكَّلْتُ وَهُوَ رَبُّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيمِ
Surah Al Fatihah:
الْحَمْدُ لِلَّهِ رَبِّ الْعَالَمِينَ, الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ, مَالِكِ يَوْمِ الدِّينِ, إِيَّاكَ نَعْبُدُ وَإِيَّاكَ نَسْتَعِينُ, اهْدِنَا الصِّرَاطَ الْمُسْتَقِيمَ,صِرَاطَ الَّذِينَ أَنْعَمْتَ عَلَيْهِمْ غَيْرِ الْمَغْضُوبِ عَلَيْهِمْ وَلَا الضَّآلِّينَ
Ayatul Kursi:
ٱللَّهُ لَآ إِلَـٰهَ إِلَّا هُوَ ٱلْحَىُّ ٱلْقَيُّومُ ۚ لَا تَأْخُذُهُۥ سِنَةٌ وَلَا نَوْمٌ ۚ لَّهُۥ مَا فِى ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَمَا فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ ۗ مَن ذَا ٱلَّذِى يَشْفَعُ عِندَهُۥٓ إِلَّا بِإِذْنِهِۦ ۚ يَعْلَمُ مَا بَيْنَ أَيْدِيهِمْ وَمَا خَلْفَهُمْ ۖ وَلَا يُحِيطُونَ بِشَىْءٍ مِّنْ عِلْمِهِۦٓ إِلَّا بِمَا شَآءَ ۚ وَسِعَ كُرْسِيُّهُ ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَٱلْأَرْضَ ۖ وَلَا يَـُٔودُهُۥ حِفْظُهُمَا ۚ وَهُوَ ٱلْعَلِىُّ ٱلْعَظِيمُ
Quran 2:284-286
ءَامَنَ ٱلرَّسُولُ بِمَآ أُنزِلَ إِلَيْهِ مِن رَّبِّهِۦ وَٱلْمُؤْمِنُونَ ۚ كُلٌّ ءَامَنَ بِٱللَّهِ وَمَلَـٰٓئِكَتِهِۦ وَكُتُبِهِۦ وَرُسُلِهِۦ لَا نُفَرِّقُ بَيْنَ أَحَدٍ مِّن رُّسُلِهِۦ ۚ وَقَالُوا۟
سَمِعْنَا وَأَطَعْنَا ۖ غُفْرَانَكَ رَبَّنَا وَإِلَيْكَ ٱلْمَصِيرُ
لَا يُكَلِّفُ ٱللَّهُ نَفْسًا إِلَّا وُسْعَهَا ۚ لَهَا مَا كَسَبَتْ وَعَلَيْهَا مَا ٱكْتَسَبَتْ ۗ رَبَّنَا لَا تُؤَاخِذْنَآ إِن نَّسِينَآ أَوْ أَخْطَأْنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تَحْمِلْ عَلَيْنَآ إِصْرًا
كَمَا حَمَلْتَهُۥ عَلَى ٱلَّذِينَ مِن قَبْلِنَا ۚ رَبَّنَا وَلَا تُحَمِّلْنَا مَا لَا طَاقَةَ لَنَا بِهِۦ ۖ وَٱعْفُ عَنَّا وَٱغْفِرْ لَنَا وَٱرْحَمْنَآ ۚ أَنتَ مَوْلَىٰنَا فَٱنصُرْنَا عَلَى ٱلْقَوْمِ ٱلْكَـٰفِرِينَ
Surah Al-Ikhlas:
قُلْ هُوَ ٱللَّهُ أَحَدٌ
ٱللَّهُ ٱلصَّمَدُ
لَمْ يَلِدْ وَلَمْ يُولَدْ
وَلَمْ يَكُن لَّهُۥ كُفُوًا أَحَدٌۢ
Surah Al-Falaq:
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ ٱلْفَلَقِ
مِن شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ
وَمِن شَرِّ غَاسِقٍ إِذَا وَقَبَ
وَمِن شَرِّ ٱلنَّفَّـٰثَـٰتِ فِى ٱلْعُقَدِ
وَمِن شَرِّ حَاسِدٍ إِذَا حَسَدَ
Surah An-Nas:
قُلْ أَعُوذُ بِرَبِّ ٱلنَّاسِ
مَلِكِ ٱلنَّاسِ
إِلَـٰهِ ٱلنَّاسِ
مِن شَرِّ ٱلْوَسْوَاسِ ٱلْخَنَّاسِ
ٱلَّذِى يُوَسْوِسُ فِى صُدُورِ ٱلنَّاسِ
مِنَ ٱلْجِنَّةِ وَٱلنَّاسِ
The Ruqyah verses below are applicable for those afflicted with black magic:
وَأَوْحَيْنَآ إِلَىٰ مُوسَىٰٓ أَنْ أَلْقِ عَصَاكَ ۖ فَإِذَا هِىَ تَلْقَفُ مَا يَأْفِكُونَ
فَوَقَعَ ٱلْحَقُّ وَبَطَلَ مَا كَانُوا۟ يَعْمَلُونَ
فَغُلِبُوا۟ هُنَالِكَ وَٱنقَلَبُوا۟ صَـٰغِرِينَ
فَلَمَّآ أَلْقَوْا۟ قَالَ مُوسَىٰ مَا جِئْتُم بِهِ ٱلسِّحْرُ ۖ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ سَيُبْطِلُهُۥٓ ۖ إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ لَا يُصْلِحُ عَمَلَ ٱلْمُفْسِدِينَ
وَيُحِقُّ ٱللَّهُ ٱلْحَقَّ بِكَلِمَـٰتِهِۦ وَلَوْ كَرِهَ ٱلْمُجْرِمُونَ
وَأَلْقِ مَا فِى يَمِينِكَ تَلْقَفْ مَا صَنَعُوٓا۟ ۖ إِنَّمَا صَنَعُوا۟ كَيْدُ سَـٰحِرٍ ۖ وَلَا يُفْلِحُ ٱلسَّاحِرُ حَيْثُ أَتَىٰ
Dua for Ruqyah (Sunnah):
أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّه التَّامَّاتِ مِن شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ
أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّه التَّامَّاتِ الَّتِي لَا يُجَاوِزُهُنَّ بَرٌّ وَلَا فَاجِرٌ مِن شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ وَ بَرَأَ وَ ذَرَأَ , وَ مِن شَرِّ مَا يَنْزِلُ مِنَ السَّمَاءِ وَ مِن شَرِّ مَا يَعْرُجُ فِيْهَا , وَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا ذَرَأَ فِي الأَرْضِ وَ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا يَخْرُجُ مِنْهَا , وَ مِنْ شَرِّ فِتَنِ اللَّيْلِ وَ النَّهَارِ , وَ مِنْ شَرِّ كُلِّ طَارِقٍ إِلَّا طَارِقًا يَطرُقُ بِخَيْرٍ , يَا رَحْمَـٰنُ
(Ahmad)
أَعُوذُ بِوَجْهِ اللَّهِ العَظِيْم , الَّذِي لَيْسَ شَيْءٌ أَعْظَمُ مِنْهُ وَ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّهِ التَّامَّاتِ الَّتِي لَا يُجَاوِزُهُنَّ بَرٌّ وَلَا فَاجِرٌ , وَ بِأَسْمَاءِ اللَّهِ الْحُسْنَى كُلِّهَا مَا عَلِمْتُ مِنْهَا وَ مَا لأَمْ أَعْلَمْ , وَمِنْ شَرِّ مَا خَلَقَ وَ بَرَأَ وَ ذَرَأَ.
(Muwatta’)
أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّه التَّامَّاتِ مِنْ غَضَبِهِ وَ عِقَابِهِ , وَشَرِّ عِبَادِهِ , وِمِنْ هَمَزَاتِ الشَّيَاطِيْنَ وَأَنْ يَّحْضُرُوْنِ
(Ahmad)
أَعُوذُ بِكَلِمَاتِ اللَّه التَّامَّةِ , مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْطَانٍ وَ هَامَّةٍ , وَ مِنْ كُلِّ عَيْنٍ لَامَّةٍ
(Bukhari)
Substitute the أَعُوذُ in (1) to (5) with أُعِيذُكَ when praying over others.
For (6) put your hand on the part of your body where you feel pain and say:
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ أَعُوذُ بِاللَّهِ وَقُدْرَتِهِ مِنْ شَرِّ مَا أَجِدَ وَ أُحَاذِرُ
(Muslim)
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَسْأَلُكَ تَعْجِيْلَ عَافِيَتِكَ , وَ صَبْرًا عَلَى بَلِيَّتِكَ , وَ خُرُوْجًا مِنَ الدُّنْيَا إِلَى رَحْمَتِكَ
(Hakim)
اللَّهُمَّ رَبِّ النَّاسِ , أَذْهِبِ الْبَأْسَ , اِشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِيْ , لَا شِفَاءَ إِلَّا شِفَاؤُكَ , شِفَاءً لَا يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
(Bukhari)
رَبَّنَا اللَّه الَّذِي فِيْ السَّمَاءِ تَقَدَّسَ اسْمُكَ , وَ أَمْرُكَ فِي السَّمَاءِ وَ الأَرْضِ , كَمَا رَحْمَتُكَ فِيْ السَّمَاءِ فَاجْعَلْ عَلَى هَذَا الْوَجَعِ فَيَبْرَأَ
(Abu Dawud)
When praying on others, add the following:
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ أَرْقِيْكَ مِنْ كُلِّ شَيْءٍ يُؤْذِيْكَ , مِنْ شَرِّ كُلِّ نَفْسٍ أَوْ عَيْنٍ حَاسِدٍ , اللَّهُ يَشْفِيْكَ , بِسْمِ اللَّهِ أَرْقِيْكَ
(Muslim)
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ تُرْبَةُ أَرْضِنَا بِرِيْقَةِ بَعْضِنَا , يُشْفَى سَقِيْمُنَا بِإِذْنِ رَبِّنَا
(Bukhari)
أَسْأَلُ اللَّهَ الْعَظِيْمَ , رَبَّ الْعَرْشِ الْعَظِيْمِ , أَنْ يَشْفِيْكَ
(Tarmidhi)
لَا بَأْسَ طَهُوْرٌ , إِنْ شَاءَ اللَّهُ
(Bukhari)
3. After you have recited either the Quranic verses or adhkar according to the Sunnah, it is advisable that you recite directly into the palms of your hands and blow into them. Once you’ve blown into your cupped hands, you can rub your hands over the body. Not only that, but you can also recite the Ruqyah verses whilst placing your hands over the part of the body which is inflicted with pain.
4. Besides blowing into your cupped hands, you can also recite the Ruqyah verses and blow it in a glass or jug of water. You may need to keep the mouth close to the water, breathe into it and repeatedly blow over it. The water that you’ve blown into can be used for consumption as well as bathing.
5. If you are planning to recite Ruqyah on others, place your hand on the victim’s forehead or on the part of the body afflicted in pain, recite and blow.
6. If you are on your menses and you are unable to recite, you can also opt for listening to the Ruqyah verses. However, you have to fully concentrate on the recitations and understand the meaning, as well as having a firm belief in the Help of Allah and Him Alone.
What are the Symptoms after Ruqyah?
For those who have not been afflicted with any spiritual or physical harm, you might not manifest any symptoms after performing Ruqyah. It is different for everybody. For those who are afflicted with spiritual ailments such as Ruqyah for evil eye, jinn possession, black magic and the likes, you might be facing several symptoms after your first session. However, it is also common for victims to be asymptomatic altogether. Click here if you would like to learn more about the many symptoms of evil eye and how to avoid such illness. It is important to note that the effects or symptoms after Ruqyah will eventually disappear in a few days or even weeks. Stay patient and keep on performing Ruqyah:
1. You might feel sleepy and possibly suffer from nightmares
One of the symptoms you might face after the performance of Ruqyah is sleepiness and you might be having bad dreams as well. The feeling of drowsiness and heaviness consumes you and it would make you sleep much more easily. However, don’t be scared if you have nightmares. Keep making dhikr and recite Ruqyah consistently until the symptoms disappear.
2. Extreme fatigue and muscle aches
Besides sleepiness, you might be experiencing extreme fatigue from the loss of energy you’ve performed during Ruqya treatment. The Ruqyah effect also causes negative energy to drain off of you, which is always a good thing.
3. Joint and back pain
If you’re familiar with the feeling of soreness in your joints and back when you have fever or feel extremely tired, that symptom might manifest after your first Ruqyah session as well. Don’t give up and keep on performing Ruqyah healing.
4. Problems with the digestive system
You might be feeling discomfort in the area of your digestive system and suffer problems like bloating, gas, gastric pain, heartburn and more. Try to consume some of the Sunnah foods recommended for healing like black seed, honey, barley, dates or even olive oil.
5. Headache or migraine
Having a headache is one of the most common experiences anyone can suffer from. Despite its commonality, it is quite painful to endure without proper treatment. Keep yourself hydrated, recite Ruqyah consistently and be patient if you are suffering from a severe headache.
6. Your symptoms of pain may become worse
If you have faced some painful symptoms before you perform Ruqyah, the pain could be much worse after your first session. Get to know your symptoms early, if you’re afflicted with black magic, jinn possession or even the symptoms of evil eye. Know your symptoms now before it gets worse.
7. Tightness and pain in the chest
Don’t panic when you feel tightness in the chest or if you have difficulty breathing. Keep performing Ruqyah consistently and rely on Him Alone whenever you feel this. Breathe in deeply and get some fresh air if you want to. Keep yourself in a state of calmness to avoid hyperventilation.
8. Irregular or faster heart palpitations
With the tightness of your chest, you may be experiencing irregular heartbeats, which can be very concerning if you aren’t used to it. Recite adhkar and never stop performing Ruqyah if you face this and if you feel incredibly uncomfortable by it.
9. Vomiting
If you are feeling nauseous and you vomit after the performance of Ruqyah, don’t worry. It is in fact a very good sign that evil is being put away. After you have vomited, you may find yourself feeling much lighter and better, InshaAllah.
10. Diarrhea
Similar to vomiting, if you feel the urge to pass stool and it seems to be a major one, it is also one of the good signs that the Ruqyah treatment is working. Remember to stay hydrated.
Benefits of Ruqyah
1. Connection with Divine Guidance
One of the main benefits of Ruqyah is that it draws us closer to Allah Almighty. Many people misunderstand the purpose of Ruqyah, seeing it as only a shield or protection from evil, but it is a source of connection between you and Allah Almighty, increasing your Iman and Taqwa towards HIm.
2. Healing from Spiritual Disturbances
Many Muslims understand that this is the benefit of Ruqyah; a means of healing from spiritual disturbances like the evil eye, Jinn possession or even black magic (sihr). When one is afflicted with any of these ailments, it is crucial that they turn to Allah Almighty for healing and protection – not seeking for help from other sources that may result in khurafat or worse, shirk.
3. Enhancing Mental and Emotional Well-Being
Due to the undeniable power of Ruqyah, which is a compilation of recitations and invocations to engage in the remembrance of Allah Almighty, one might feel content and even see positive changes in mental and emotional well-being. They will feel calmer and even happier.
4. Personalised Spiritual Support
Ruqyah is not a one-size-fits-all approach. While there are general verses and duas prescribed from the Qur'an and Sunnah, the process can also be tailored to an individual’s specific needs and circumstances. Whether a person is facing anxiety, nightmares, unexplained physical symptoms, or negative thoughts, Ruqyah allows them to seek healing through specific supplications that speak directly to their struggles.
5. Alignment with Islamic Teachings
One of the key strengths of Ruqyah is that it is fully rooted in the authentic teachings of Islam. Unlike some alternative healing practices that may incorporate superstitions or cultural elements not endorsed by the Shariah, Ruqyah is a practice directly supported by the Qur’an and Hadith. This ensures that the healing process not only brings relief but also strengthens one’s commitment to Islamic principles, steering them away from practices that may be doubtful or even forbidden.
FAQs
how to do ruqyah at home?
Begin by purifying your intention and placing your full trust in Allah. Recite specific verses from the Qur’an such as Surah Al-Fatihah, Ayat al-Kursi (2:255), Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, and An-Naas. These can be recited directly, then blown onto your hands and wiped over your body. This is the most basic form of Ruqyah.
what is ruqyah in islam in urdu?
رُقیہ ایک اسلامی طریقہ علاج ہے جس میں قرآنِ پاک کی آیات اور نبی کریم ﷺ کی دعاؤں کو پڑھ کر جسمانی، روحانی اور ذہنی بیماریوں کا علاج کیا جاتا ہے۔ یہ عمل صرف اللہ تعالیٰ پر بھروسہ رکھتے ہوئے کیا جاتا ہے اور شرک یا غیر شرعی طریقوں سے مکمل اجتناب ضروری ہے۔
how to perform ruqyah on someone far away?
While Ruqyah is ideally done in person, you may still make du'a and recite Qur’anic verses with the intention of seeking Allah's Divine Help for someone far away. You can recite over water and send it to them to drink or use, or you can supplicate sincerely and ask Allah to grant them shifa (healing).
how to do ruqyah on yourself?
Perform wudhu’ and if possible, sit in a quiet, clean space. Recite Qur’anic verses and authentic supplications mentioned in the Sunnah with full concentration. After recitation, blow gently into your hands and wipe over your body.
can i do ruqyah without wudu?
Yes, you can perform Ruqyah without wudu, especially if you're just listening to or reciting Qur’an for general protection or healing. However, it is more virtuous and spiritually effective to be in a state of wudu, as it shows respect for the words of Allah and enhances spiritual readiness.
what are the best time to do ruqyah?
The best times include:
- After Fajr. Asr and Maghrib prayers
- Before going to sleep
- During the last third of the night (Tahajjud time)
- On Fridays and during the last 10 nights of Ramadan
how to know if you need ruqyah?
If you're experiencing unexplained physical or emotional symptoms like constant fatigue, anxiety, disturbing dreams, sudden mood changes, or persistent bad luck—despite medical efforts, it may be beneficial to perform Ruqyah.
can ruqyah be done over the phone?
Yes, Ruqyah can be done over the phone or through voice/video call if the healer is trustworthy and uses only Qur’anic verses and authentic supplications. However, it is even better to meet the Raqi face to face for better result.
Conclusion:
Performing Ruqyah altogether isn’t as easy as it sounds, but coupled with a sincere intention, strong conviction and the right methods, inshaAllah, anyone can perform Ruqyah and protect themselves from whatever evil that is lingering out there in the open world. As Muslims, we should always be careful with the 1001 temptations and evil that gets in our way, and Ruqyah is the proper method to do away with all the spiritual and physical ailments, InshaAllah. If you have any experiences of performing Ruqyah, share with us your experience below and let us know how you feel. May Allah protect us all from the vicious evil that lurks in the day and night, InshaAllah.
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Lily Syahirah is a Content Writer of SimplyIslam Academy based in Selangor, Malaysia. She recently graduated with a Bachelor's Degree of Education (Teaching English as a Second Language) from International Islamic University Malaysia in 2020. She is actively invovled in public speaking, English language debates, poetry and theatre and loves to express her work through writing. Her love for language arts and imagination has led her to produce, direct and write experimental plays she's passionate about during her degree years. She was also actively invovled as a Master of Ceremony (Emcee) where she hosts minor and major events in IIUM.
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