Ruqya Items: How to Make and Use Them
Ruqya items are substances, such as water, olive oil and honey, that are used alongside ruqya treatment (Quranic recitation and dua) to seek healing and protection from Allah.
They are particularly effective for conditions associated with jinn interference, evil eye and magic.
How to Prepare Ruqya Items
You can prepare ruqya items yourself at home using this simple method. It can be applied to any suitable item intended for consumption, application to the body or use around the home, such as water, olive oil, honey, black seeds and black musk.
Step 1: Prepare your items
Place the items you wish to use in front of you. Ensure they are halal and safe for their intended use.
Step 2: Make your intention and dua
Ask Allah to make your recitation a means of healing and protection from every form of harm, particularly evil eye, magic and jinn-related harm.
Step 3: Recite the Quran
Recite the following over your items:
Surah al-Fatihah — 7 times
Ayat al-Kursi (Al-Baqarah 2:255) — 7 times
Last two verses of al-Baqarah (Al-Baqarah:285–286) — 7 time
Surah al-Kafirun — 7 times
Surah al-Ikhlas — 7 times
Surah al-Falaq — 7 times
Surah al-Nas — 7 times
These repetitions are recommended. Generally, the more you recite, the greater the effect.
Step 4: Blow over the items
After each recitation, or once you have completed all the recitations, lightly blow over or into the items.
Your ruqya items are now ready to use.
How to Use Ruqya Items
Now, consume or apply the ruqya item with the intention and dua for healing and protection from Allah. If you know your specific condition, such as evil eye, make your intention and dua specifically for its removal and cure.
1. Ruqya Water
Drink: Drink recited water regularly, such as morning and evening.
Bathe: Add some recited water to a jug of ordinary water and pour it over your entire body during a shower, preferably before sleeping.
Spray: You may also spray recited water around your home, particularly in areas where negativity is greatest.
2. Ruqya Olive Oil
Apply: Lightly massage recited olive oil over your entire body, preferably before sleeping.
Use good-quality, extra virgin olive oil. Avoid applying it to broken or irritated skin.
3. Ruqya Honey
Consume: Take a small spoonful of recited honey on its own or mix it into a glass of recited water.
4. Ruqya Black Seeds
Consume: Eat a small quantity of recited black seeds, either on their own or mixed with honey or recited water.
Ensure you use genuine black seeds (Nigella sativa), also known as kalonji.
5. Ruqya Black Musk
Apply: Lightly apply recited black musk, particularly before sleeping.
Some practitioners recommend black musk as a supportive measure for jinn-related afflictions, particularly cases involving a lustful jinn, where light application to the skin around the private areas is advised, avoiding direct contact with the genitals and other sensitive areas.
Use only skin-safe products, test a small area first, and avoid the eyes, mouth, genitals and other sensitive areas.
Important Precautions
Although these items are generally accessible and familiar, they are not suitable for everyone.
Honey: Not advisable for children under one year old. Limit consumption if you have diabetes.
Black seeds: Avoid excessive amounts. Seek medical advice before use if pregnant or taking medication for diabetes or blood pressure.
Olive oil and black musk: Stop applying if irritation or an allergic reaction occurs.
Water: Always use clean, safe drinking water and store it hygienically.
Impotant Reminder
Ruqya items are supportive measures, not guaranteed cures. Use them in moderation, continue regular Quranic recitation and dua (ruqya).
Consistency is generally more beneficial than occasional excessive use.
Seek healing from Allah while taking the appropriate means.
You can purchase ruqya items produced by Fitrah Centre here.
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