What is the ruling on taking an omen as a bad sign from a specific person?
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Question:
Some people, when something unpleasant or evil befalls them, say that it is because so-and-so is with us, because of his presence. In colloquial speech, they say, "This bad luck is from you."
Answer:
This is taking an omen as a bad sign, and it is not permissible. This is taking an omen as a bad sign from the person, and it is not permissible. One should say, "This is from Allah (Mighty and Majestic)," repent to Allah, and seek His forgiveness. Yes.
Some people, when something unpleasant or evil befalls them, say that it is because so-and-so is with us, because of his presence. In colloquial speech, they say, "This bad luck is from you."
Answer:
This is taking an omen as a bad sign, and it is not permissible. This is taking an omen as a bad sign from the person, and it is not permissible. One should say, "This is from Allah (Mighty and Majestic)," repent to Allah, and seek His forgiveness. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما حكم التطير بشخص معين؟ لمعالي الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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