Exorcist Incantations in Islamic Tradition: A Study from the Jawāhiruʾl-K͟hamsah
Introduction
Exorcist incantations, known as ruqya in Islamic tradition, play a significant role in religious and spiritual practices. As detailed in the classic Islamic text Jawāhiruʾl-K͟hamsah, these incantations consist of recitals invoking the names or attributes of God, Allah, and other specific formulas. This entry provides a comprehensive look into their structure, purpose, and the esoteric methodologies associated with them.
Etymology
- Arabic: الرقية (Ruqya)
- Turkish: Dua ile tedavi
The Arabic word “Ruqya” translates to “incantation” or “spell” and is widely used to refer to healing practices involving Quranic recitals and prayers.
Structure of Incantations
Key Phrases
One common incantation highlighted in Jawāhiruʾl-K͟hamsah reads:
سبحانك لا اله الا انت رب كل شى و وارثه ورازقه و راحمه
Subḥānaka! lā ilāha illā anta! Rabba-kulli-shaiʾin! wa wāris̤ahu! wa rāziqahu! wa rāḥimahu!
Glory be to Thee! There is no deity but Thee! The Lord of All! and the Inheritor thereof! and the Provider therefor! and the Merciful thereon!
Composition and Numerology
This incantation consists of forty-four letters, not counting vowel points, and its numeric analysis is as follows:
Letter to Number Correlation
- س (Sīn) - 60
- ب (Bā) - 2
- ح (Ḥā) - 8
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ن (Nūn) - 50
- ك (Kāf) - 20
- ل (Lām) - 30
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ل (Lām) - 30
- هـ (Hā) - 5
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ل (Lām) - 30
- ل (Lām) - 30
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ن (Nūn) - 50
- ت (Tā) - 400
- ر (Rā) - 200
- ب (Bā) - 2
- ب (Bā) - 2
- ك (Kāf) - 20
- ل (Lām) - 30
- ل (Lām) - 30
- ش (Shīn) - 300
- ى (Yā) - 10
- ء (Hamzah) - 1
- و (Wau) - 6
- و (Wau) - 6
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ر (Rā) - 200
- ث (S̤ā) - 500
- هـ (Hā) - 5
- و (Wau) - 6
- ر (Rā) - 200
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ز (Zā) - 7
- ق (Qāf) - 100
- هـ (Hā) - 5
- و (Wau) - 6
- ر (Rā) - 200
- ا (Alif) - 1
- ح (Ḥā) - 8
- م (Mīm) - 40
Total Value: 2613
Numerological Analysis
- Niṣāb (Fixed Estate): \( \text{Number of letters} \times 1000 \) = 45,000
- Zakāt (Alms): Niṣāb \(\div\) 2 = 22,500 + Niṣāb = 67,500
- ʿUshr (Tithes): Zakāt \(\div\) 2 = 33,750 + Zakāt = 78,750
- Qufl (Lock): ʿUshr \(\div\) 2 = 563
- Daur (Circle): Qufl + ʿUshr = 8,438 \(\times\) 2 = 16,876
- Baẕl (Gift): Fixed Number = 7,000
- K͟hatm (Seal): Fixed Number = 1,200
- Sarīʿu ʾl-ijābah (Speedy Answer): Fixed Number = 12,000
Total combined value of recitations: 56,764
Upon totalling, one multiplies the niṣāb by 3 and adds the initial value of letters, obtaining 137,613 readings, to be completed in 40 days.
Esoteric Significance and Outcomes
Following the detailed numerical and ritualistic prescription leads, as per the author’s indications, to spiritual transport and interaction with spirits and jinn, who unveil hidden truths and become subservient to the practitioner.
Books for Further Studies
- “Healing and Shifa: Islamic Perspective on Healing Practices” by Dr. Mirza Bashir Ahmad
- “The Ruh of Islamic Healing: An In-depth Study of the Islamic Exorcism Practices” by Sayed Fouad
- “Islamic Spirituality: Theology and Practice” edited by Idries Shah
- “The Technique of Islamic Prayer” by Maulana Muhammad Zakariyya Kandhalvi
Takeaways and Conclusion
The practice of Ruqya combines deep spiritual knowledge, theological precision, and ancient understandings of numerology. It exemplifies the intersection between Islamic faith and healing practices, highlighting the profound connection between reciters and divine attributes, culminating in potential spiritual elevations and esoteric experiences. While foundational texts like the Jawāhiruʾl-K͟hamsah provide formulae and guidance, the journey must be approached with piety, belief, and dedication.
By understanding and respecting these practices, one gains a broader perspective on the diversity and depth of Islamic religious traditions and their holistic approach to balancing body, mind, and soul.
