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Surah guides · 6 min · Updated 2026-08-24

Al-Fatihah as Ruqyah: An Authentic Prophetic Approval

Sahih al-Bukhari reports that a Companion recited Al-Fatihah as ruqyah over a man who had been stung, and the Prophet ﷺ approved it.

Evidence and guidance

Sahih al-Bukhari reports that a Companion recited Al-Fatihah as ruqyah over a man who had been stung, and the Prophet ﷺ approved it. The Qur'an is also described as healing and mercy for the believers.

How to apply it

Healing is from Allah. Use authentic Qur'anic recitation and established supplications, and avoid talismans, unknown formulas, invocations to the dead or jinn, and every form of shirk. Ruqyah does not require abandoning lawful medical treatment.