Islam and Magic

Magic is an old human practice. It is sometimes defined as deception by showing something to an audience, which is contrary to reality. In Islam this is part of magic, which is, however, defined as seeking the help of demons to perform something harmful against somebody.
In the light of the above definition, Islam considers magic to be an act of blasphemy. Thus, the Holy Quran say:

"Suleiman (Solomon) did not disbelieve, but the devils disbelieved teaching men magic" (2:102)

Magic and Fortune-Telling

For thousands of years people have been fascinated, awed and fearful at the unknown and mystical, being heedless of the dangers and harm that they inflict. As Muslims it is imperative to understand these evil-filled practices and to protect ourselves from them.

Magic Having the power to do supernatural and seemingly impossible things is referred to as 'magic'. It can be categorized as either sorcery, which is magic that uses the power of evil spirits for evil purposes; or as illusionism, which is the skill of performing tricks in which you seem to make things appear, disappear or change, as if by magic.

Ruqyah(Raqaya) - A special curing prayer

We are told in the Qur'an that Prophet Ibraheem, alayhis salam, said, "And when I am ill, it is He Who cures me." [26:80]

The Prophet, sallallahu alayhe wasallam, said: "There is a remedy for every malady, and when the remedy is applied to the disease it cures it with the permission of Allah, the Exalted and Glorious." (Muslim) Also, the Prophet, sallallahu alayhe wa sallam, said, "Make use of the two remedies: honey and the Qur'an." (Tirmithi)

Immunity and Protection against Black Magic

QUESTION:
Dear scholars, as-Salamu `alaykum. My family has become aware that some relatives are practicing black magic and that we are the target of these people. Members of my family are also sick, and the severity of their illnesses has increased ten-fold after visiting these relatives. What can my family do to protect themselves against black magic? Jazakum Allah khayran.
ANSWER:
Wa `alaykum As-Salamu wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.

Black Magic: Rulings & Remedy

QUESTION:
Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. My brother was previously engaged to a cousin but that engagement was broken because of family meddling, and that ended the issue, he is longer interested in the girl. But he would like to get married, so we made some picks for him but all of them turned out a disappointment. Could it be that someone is doing magic against my brother. Could you please furnish me about about black magic? Is it real and effective? If so, how could one dispel that magic according to the Qur’an & hadith? Jazakum Allah khayran.

Believing the Harmful Effects of Magic

Question and Answer Details

Name of Questioner Sayyed   - Canada Title Believing the Harmful Effects of Magic Question As-salamu `alaykum. Is it haram to believe that black magic can harm people? I know it is haram to practice it. Also, what is the case if a person believes that magic can be used for good causes, not for harm? Date 24/Dec/2008 Name of Mufti Salah Sultan Topic Muslim Creed

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Is Magic the Reason for Remaining Unmarried?

Question and Answer Details

Name of Questioner Salma Title Is Magic the Reason for Remaining Unmarried? Question Dear scholars, As-salamu `alaykum. I am a woman in my late twenties but I have not married yet. Whenever a man comes to ask for my hand, he loses interest quickly. My friends who are my age are all married with children. I ask Allah to bless them and their children. I went to some sheikhs to recite Qur’an for me as everyone says I am bewitched. Jazakum Allah khayran. Date 04/Jul/2004 Topic Jinn & Magic

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Is It Possible to Contact the Spirits of the Dead?

QUESTION:
Dear scholars, As-Salamu `alaykum. For the last 17 years of my marriage a question has remained unsolved for me. I hope to have an answer from you. My question is this: one of my wife’s paternal uncles claims that he can contact the departed soul of a shahid (martyr) who was killed hundreds of years ago and that he can get any work done by this departed soul. He claims that everything is done in accordance with the Qur’an and Sunnah. Can you comment on this?

Wearing Amulets

QUESTION:
As-Salamu `alaykum. Some people believe that wearing an amulet (ta`wiz) will make them safe. Is wearing amulets bearing some Qur’anic verses allowed in Islam? Did the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) recommend his followers to indulge in such a habit?
ANSWER:
Wa `alaykum As-Salamu wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh.
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.

Dear sister in Islam, thank you very much for having confidence in us and we hope our efforts, which are purely for Allah’s Sake, qualify to be a stepping stone along the path of truth.

Seeking help from dead saints, etc for cure

Question:
My son is repeatedly sick especially at the time of exams; this happens suddenly; some say he has Ayen or Nazar; besides medical treatment I am performing Raqaya Sharaya fore this; but still my son gets this problem; My mother is attributing it to my change in my religious practice sin I started living in Medina Munawwarh some say I have become Wahhabi; previously I used to visit graves of Saints and Sufis/Awlia and make supplications there for such things; My mother is asking me to go one saints grave and pray for my son; what should I do; If I don't follow my mothers advice will it amount to disobedience. Please advice me.

How Islam Views the Use of 'Susuk'

Question and Answer Details Name of Questioner Muslimah   - Singapore Title How Islam Views the Use of 'Susuk' Question According to popular belief, ‘susuk’ is a small piece of gold, silver or metal, which is inserted into one’s body to make him/her attractive. What is the ruling for such an act? Date 22/Sep/2005 Name of Mufti Islamic Religious Council of Singapore Topic Muslim Creed, Jinn & Magic Answer

Magic Shows to Entertain Children

Question and Answer Details Name of Questioner K.   - India Title Magic Shows to Entertain Children Question As-Salamu `Alaykum. Is it unlawful in Islam to entertain children at the Islamic center with a "magic show"? Date 05/May/2004 Name of Counsellor Muzammil Siddiqi Topic Jinn & Magic Answer

Black Magic other questions

Name	Fatimah    - United States
Profession
Question	Dear Scholor ASA, I had question that is husband & wife are seperated through evil ways like black magic or with any other evil means.If yes whats are things to avoid this.Whats there concept in Quran.Is evil exist in this world.Also in above problem is anything said in Quran regarding evil & envy. GOD BLESS you.
Answer	Wa`alaykum As-Salaamu Warahmatullahi Wabarakatuh. In The Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful. All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.