08/03/2026
Spiritual Protection and the Practice of Ruqyah
When treating cases involving jinns, we must prioritise our own protection, as they almost systematically attempt to retaliate when they are expelled.
The primary defense is to remain fearless, recognising that through faith and the Quran, we are inherently stronger than they are.
The Importance of Spiritual Integrity
Secondly, we must maintain a clear conscience. Conscious disobedience to Allah and a refusal to repent creates a "black spot" upon the heartâa point of vulnerability that jinns can exploit to cause brief spiritual or physical exhaustion.
For instance, if a person fails to lower their gaze, a jinn may appear in their dreams in a provocative form. If that individual lacks mindfulness (dhikr) and looks with desire, their spiritual defenses drop, allowing the jinn to strike. This impacts their Iman (faith) as if they had committed the act in reality and may result in physical symptoms, such as a loss of energy or flu-like illness.
If this occurs, one must repent immediately. It serves as a sign that the jinn exploited a specific sin. Recovery requires strengthening one's faith through Quranic recitation, istighfar (seeking forgiveness), and good deeds, while restoring physical health through exercise and nutrition. Only then should one continue the battle against sorcerers and evil jinns.
Overcoming Hidden Obstacles
Ruqyah serves as a catalyst for religious self-improvement because it demands constant vigilance. However, some practitioners who are steadfast in their faith still find themselves mistreated or dominated by jinns after performing Ruqyah. In almost every such case, the explanation is hidden sorcery.
Sorcery creates a breach in a person's natural defenses. If you find you cannot dominate a jinn, assume there is underlying sorcery and seek treatment immediately.
Do not quit; giving up means failing a test and depriving many people of the healing you could have provided. While Allah does not burden a soul beyond its capacity, we must strive to expand our potential and overcome trials rather than choosing the path of least resistance.
Confronting Jinns in Dreams
We must be prepared for retaliation, which often occurs in dreams in the form of terrifying creatures. If this happens:
* Remain Calm: Do not succumb to fear.
* Recite: Recite Ayat al-Kursi (the Verse of the Throne, 2:255) or Surah al-Fatiha.
* The Result: The jinn will burn and flee. This victory weakens the jinn and bolsters the believerâs faith and self-confidence.
Advancing Your Defense
As you grow stronger, aim for a higher level of engagement: instead of merely chasing the jinn away, "catch" it in the dream and recite until it is destroyed.
The jinn may struggle or attempt to distract youâignore these tactics and continue reciting until the end. Even if you wake up just before the jinn is defeated, your spiritual strength will be clear, and other jinns will realise that attacking you is a life-threatening risk.
To achieve this level of control, your mind must be saturated with dhikr. Before sleeping, be firm in your intention. Perform your regular supplications and repeat Ayat al-Kursi until you fall asleep. If you fail to react in a dream, resolve to do better the next night.
Guidance for Patients
Recommend this method to patients suffering from nightmares. Instruct them to:
* Perform their evening dhikr with total mental determination.
* Recite Ayat al-Kursi continuously as they drift off.
* Resolve to catch and recite upon any evil presence they encounter in their sleep.
Even if they do not succeed initially, persistence will eventually lead to a breakthrough where they can recite within the dream, ending the attacks permanently.
Professional Vigilance for Healers
Those who regularly treat victims of sorcery will eventually draw the attention of sorcerers. When a "client" sees their spell failing, they may return to the sorcerer, who may then target the healer. While this is relatively rare (affecting perhaps one in twenty patients), a frequent practitioner may encounter high-level sorcery aimed specifically at them.
To remain protected, you should:
* Be Alert: Watch for signs of the evil eye or jinns affecting your own family.
* Preventative Bathing: Regularly wash with "Quranic water" (water over which the Quran has been recited) as a preventative measure.
* Maintain Your Space: Treat the area where you receive patients at least once a monthâor immediately if you notice family illness or a sudden loss of enthusiasm.
* Use Fragrance: Keep your environment well-perfumed to attract angels and repel evil spirits.
