{"_id":"681966242f18a0987f28533a","title":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Should I avoid assuming that someone gave me the evil eye?\\n\"}]}","question":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Is it permissible to assume that someone (like one person in particular) has given you hasad or evil eye, if you lack concrete proof?\\n\\nI have a real-life example. Recently, I invited someone over to my home that maShaAllah I worked very hard to make look nice and aesthetically pleasing. I have invited many people over to my home before with no issues. I had been avoiding inviting this sister in particular because when I am around her,  I get the feeling that she is jealous. However, it became unavoidable, so I invited her. She came to my home and multiple things went wrong, including some of my possessions breaking or being soiled. She would look at all of my belongings and comment about how nice it was without saying “Allahumma Barik” or “maShaAllah”. My cat even became sick and threw up all over my home while she was here, and as soon as she left, he was perfectly fine and totally back to normal. This has never happened before! I automatically assumed it was something from the unseen, although I don’t know what evidence I would need to make that assertion.\\n\\nIs it appropriate for a Muslim to assume that this is the evil eye when this is knowledge of the unseen? Is it appropriate to not welcome people into my home or life because of this suspicion if I get the sense that they have issues with jealousy?\\n\"}]}","answer":"{\"ops\":[{\"insert\":\"Islam discourages baseless assumptions and accusations. Allah says in the Qur'an:\\n\\\"\"},{\"attributes\":{\"bold\":true},\"insert\":\"O you who believe, shun much suspicion, Verily some suspicion is heinous sin\"},{\"insert\":\".\\\" [\"},{\"attributes\":{\"link\":\"https://quran.com/en/al-hujurat/12\"},\"insert\":\"49:12\"},{\"insert\":\"]\\n\\nWhile the events you described may seem unusual and could point to al-‘ayn, it is not appropriate to conclusively attribute these incidents to a specific person without evidence. This is because the knowledge of the unseen belongs to Allah alone. Making such assumptions about someone can harm relationships and lead to unjust treatment.\\n\\nRather than focusing on the actions or intentions of others, take proactive steps to protect yourself and your home from harm. The Prophet ﷺ taught remedies and preventive measures against the evil eye, such as:\\n\\n- Reciting Ayat al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah: 255), Surah Al-Ikhlas, Surah Al-Falaq, and Surah An-Nas daily and before sleeping.\\n- Keeping your home spiritually fortified through regular recitation of the Qur'an and dhikr.\\n- Saying Allahumma bārik or mā shā’ Allah over your belongings when you admire them and reminding others to do the same.\\n\\nIt is permissible to limit whom you welcome into your personal space based on precaution and comfort. You are not required to invite someone into your home if you feel uneasy about their presence, especially if it disrupts your peace or causes you concern. However, it is best to avoid cutting ties completely based on suspicion. Instead, maintain a courteous relationship while setting boundaries that protect your well-being.\\n\"}]}","tags":[{"_id":"668d9fe30b76658b4c232823","tag":"Worship: Remembrance","count":40},{"_id":"668d9fea0b76658b4c2328fc","tag":"Unseen: Evil Eye","count":11},{"_id":"668da0350b76658b4c23310d","tag":"Unseen: Magic","count":6}],"createdOn":"2025-05-06T01:30:12.931Z"}