The evil eye, also known as al-‘ayn in Arabic, is a form of spiritual affliction due to envy or excessive admiration. It can cause a person harm, bad fortune, or negative impacts in health, wealth, and well-being. Islam recognizes this aspect of the evil eye, thereby providing protection through specific Dua to Save from the Evil Eye (prayers) and practices rooted in the Quran and Sunnah.
Understanding the Evil Eye in Islam
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) affirm the reality of the evil eye, saying:
“The evil eye is real, and if anything were to overtake the divine decree, it would be the evil eye.” (Sahih Muslim)
The evil eye is not a natural disaster; we can avoid it by following the light of Allah and his mercy. Reciting supplications often and having faith in Allah would safeguard us.
Effective Duas to Protect from the Evil Eye
1. Ayat Al-Kursi (The Throne Verse)
Reciting Ayat Al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah, 2:255) offers powerful protection. The verse emphasizes Allah’s supreme authority and serves as a shield against harm.
“Allah! There is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of [all] existence…”
Make it a habit to recite Ayat Al-Kursi after every obligatory prayer and before sleeping.
2. Surah Al-Falaq and Surah An-Nas
The last two chapters of the Quran are together know as Al-Mu’awwidhatayn. They are very potent in seeking protection from every kind of evil, including the evil eye.
Surah Al-Falaq (113) is on protection from the evil done by other people.
Surah An-Nas (114) seeks protection from internal and external evil spirits. He used to read these chapters three times during the morning and evening as his daily routine of protection.
3. Dua from Hadith
The Prophet (peace be upon him) told a specific dua for protection against the evil eye:
“I seek refuge in the perfect words of Allah from every devil and every poisonous pest and from every evil, harmful, envious eye.”
(A’oodhu bi kalimaat-illaahi al-taammaati min sharri kulli shayṭaanin wa haammah wa min sharri kulli ‘aynin laammah.)
Parents are encourage to recite this dua over their children as well.
Steps to Prevent the Evil Eye
- Say Masha’Allah: When admiring something or someone, say Masha’Allah to acknowledge Allah as the source of all blessings.
- Gratitude to Allah: Regularly thank Allah for His blessings, which helps deflect envy.
- Giving Sadaqah: Charity purifies wealth and offers spiritual protection.
- Maintain Dhikr (Remembrance of Allah): Frequent recitation of SubhanAllah, Alhamdulillah, and Allahu Akbar fortifies the soul against harm.
Signs of Being Affect by the Evil Eye
Some symptoms of the evil eye include sudden health issues, unexplainable sadness, loss of wealth, or disruption in personal relationships. If you suspect its effect:
- Perform Ruqyah (Islamic healing) using Quranic verses and authentic duas.
- Seek help from a knowledgeable person or perform a self-ruqyah session.
Conclusion
This protection against the evil eye is actually root in reliance on Allah and in adherence to the guidance of the Quran and Sunnah. All these duas can be added to your daily life as you do the recommended actions to shield yourself and those you love from its destructive effects.
May Allah protect us all from envy, harm, and the evil eye. Ameen.
