36. Is the story of the Prophet ﷺ being affected by magic true? Yes, the story is authentic and agreed upon by both Al-Bukhari and Muslim in their Sahih collections. The story is that a Jew named Labid ibn al-A’sam cast a spell on the Prophet ﷺ by placing some hair in a comb and... Continue Reading →
Unseen Dangers Explained: Magic, Evil Eye, and Jinn Possession from Islamic Sources – Part 7
Episode 7: Recognizing and Diagnosing Magic 27. What are the common symptoms of being affected by magic?Symptoms vary depending on the type and strength of the magic. Some people may experience only a few signs, while others may have several. Mild magic may show subtle signs, whereas strong magic can cause more obvious effects. Common... Continue Reading →
Unseen Dangers Explained: Magic, Evil Eye, and Jinn Possession from Islamic Sources – Part 2
Episode 2: The Ruling of Islam on Magic and Its Origins (Part of the series: Unseen Dangers Explained – Magic, Evil Eye, and Jinn Possession) 7. What is the Islamic ruling on magic and magicians? Magic (sihr) is considered an act of disbelief (kufr) in Islam. Allah (ﷻ) says: “But the devils disbelieved, teaching people... Continue Reading →