The path of a raaqi

How to become a Raaqi

A raaqi is a Muslim who recites ruqyah over others. There is no special power and no secret method. It rests on sound belief, real knowledge, good character and humble trust in Allah.

If you are new to this, do not recite ruqyah over other people on your own. Learn and practise alongside an experienced, trustworthy raaqi first, and ask scholars about anything you are unsure of.
Part one

Preparing yourself

  1. Correct your belief (tawhid)

    Know clearly that only Allah heals, protects and removes harm. The raaqi is just a means. Learn what counts as shirk so you never fall into it, and so you can spot it in others.

  2. Make your intention sincere

    Do it to please Allah and to help people, not for fame, power over people or wealth. Keep checking your heart, especially when people start praising you.

  3. Learn to recite the Qur'an properly

    Recite correctly with tajweed, from a qualified teacher. Memorise Al-Fatihah, Ayat al-Kursi, the end of Al-Baqarah and the last three surahs well, and learn their meanings.

  4. Learn what the Qur'an and Sunnah say about the unseen

    Study magic, the evil eye and the jinn only from the Qur'an, authentic hadith and trusted scholars. What they do not tell us, we do not claim to know. Allah knows best.

  5. Learn the rulings (fiqh) of ruqyah

    Know what is allowed and what is forbidden: the conditions of ruqyah, amulets, blowing and wiping, water and oil recited over, taking payment, and dealing with the opposite gender. Learn from scholars, not from social media.

  6. Live what you recite

    Guard the five prayers, morning and evening adhkar, and stay away from sin. A raaqi who protects himself with the Qur'an is in a better state to help others.

  7. Train under an experienced raaqi

    Sit in on real sessions with a trusted, knowledgeable raaqi. Watch how they speak to patients, handle strong reactions calmly, and keep everything within the Sunnah. Ask questions afterwards.

  8. Learn basic health awareness

    Many physical and mental illnesses look like spiritual problems. Know when to tell someone to see a doctor or psychiatrist, and never tell anyone to stop their medicine.

Part two

The etiquette of a session

Before

  • Make wudu, and ask the patient to make wudu if they can.
  • Renew your intention: you are asking Allah, and only He heals.
  • Explain this to the patient, so their hope is in Allah, not in you.
  • For a sister: a mahram must be present. Never be alone with a non-mahram woman, and do not touch her.

During

  • Recite clearly and calmly from the Qur'an and authentic supplications.
  • You may blow lightly after reciting, as was done in the Sunnah.
  • Stay calm if there is a reaction. Keep reciting and make du'a.
  • Never predict the future or say things only Allah knows.

After

  • Thank Allah. Do not boast about results or let people praise you as special.
  • Give the patient a simple routine: salah, adhkar, Qur'an.
  • Keep what you heard private.
  • Encourage medical follow-up where needed.

What we do not do

  • We do not question jinn for information or trust what they say.
  • We do not name or accuse anyone of doing magic.
  • We do not use amulets, secret writings or unclear words.
  • We do not promise a cure. The outcome belongs to Allah.

A note on payment

Companions recited Al-Fatihah as ruqyah and accepted a fee, and the Prophet ﷺ approved, saying the Book of Allah is the most deserving thing to take a wage for. Bukhari 5737 Whether to charge, and how much, should be fair, never exploit people in distress, and is best settled with guidance from scholars.

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