Understanding roqya

Roqya (ar-ruqya ash-sharʿiyya) is a practice of the Islamic tradition that consists of reciting verses of the Quran and invocations over a person, asking Allah for healing and protection.

The place of the Quran

For Abdelaziz, the Quran is the foundation of the whole approach. Roqya calls on no other power: it consists of reciting, invoking and placing one's trust in Allah. The Prophet ﷺ practised it for himself and for those around him.

The two pillars of prophetic roqya

• Recitation of the Quran and invocations, sometimes over water, oil or honey.
• Products of the tradition: olive oil, honey, black seed, figs, ginger… presented in the Prophetic roqya section.

How does a session work?

Abdelaziz begins by listening. He then recites the verses and invocations he considers appropriate. At the end of the first meeting, he tells you whether he proposes a follow-up, in what form and on what terms. The decision remains yours.

For yourself, or with a raqi?

Anyone can recite for themselves and find comfort in it. When the situation seems heavier, it can help to turn to an experienced person, as long as they are serious and transparent.

What roqya is not

Quranic roqya consists of reciting the Quran and prophetic invocations while asking Allah for healing. It is clearly distinct from:

• sorcery and any occult practice, which Islam forbids;
• rituals intended to act upon or harm another person;
• requests aimed at forcing someone's feelings or decisions (“bringing back a loved one”, etc.).

Abdelaziz does not accept this kind of request.

The evil eye, sorcery and spiritual influences are approached within their religious framework: they are not medical diagnoses, and roqya does not replace care or prescribed treatment.

Frequently asked questions