The Sufficiency of Seeking Refuge in Allah from Satan in Treating the Heart and Its Benefits
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Question:
Is seeking refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan sufficient for treating the heart? And does it have benefits other than that?
Answer:
Yes, if one seeks refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan with the presence of the heart, with the presence of the heart and intention, meaning that it drives Satan away from him. He seeks refuge in Allah, and Allah protects him; He protects the one who seeks refuge in Him, Blessed and Exalted is He. But it requires intention and the presence of the heart; it is not merely with the tongue. Yes.
Is seeking refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan sufficient for treating the heart? And does it have benefits other than that?
Answer:
Yes, if one seeks refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan with the presence of the heart, with the presence of the heart and intention, meaning that it drives Satan away from him. He seeks refuge in Allah, and Allah protects him; He protects the one who seeks refuge in Him, Blessed and Exalted is He. But it requires intention and the presence of the heart; it is not merely with the tongue. Yes.
Source
شرح إغاثة اللهفان من مصائد الشيطان لابن القيم، الباب الثالث في انقسام أدوية أمراض القلب إلى قسمين : طبيعية وشرعية — islamhouse.com (49:24)
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