What is the obligation of one who is afflicted with intrusive thoughts?
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Question:
Honorable Shaykh, we received this question. The sister says: A woman is tormented by Satan with great intrusive thoughts during her prayer and in her going and coming, which she is too shy to mention, especially those related to Allah (Mighty and Majestic). This woman says that she is very afraid. What is the guidance of Shaykh Salih regarding this question?
Answer:
Praise be to Allah. This is from the plotting of Satan, so she should not worry about it, nor speak of it, nor pay attention to it. She should seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan, and by the permission of Allah, this intrusive thought will leave her and not harm her. There is no blame on her for errors, forgetfulness, or what her soul suggests to her, as long as she does not speak of it or act upon it. Yes.
Honorable Shaykh, we received this question. The sister says: A woman is tormented by Satan with great intrusive thoughts during her prayer and in her going and coming, which she is too shy to mention, especially those related to Allah (Mighty and Majestic). This woman says that she is very afraid. What is the guidance of Shaykh Salih regarding this question?
Answer:
Praise be to Allah. This is from the plotting of Satan, so she should not worry about it, nor speak of it, nor pay attention to it. She should seek refuge in Allah from the accursed Satan, and by the permission of Allah, this intrusive thought will leave her and not harm her. There is no blame on her for errors, forgetfulness, or what her soul suggests to her, as long as she does not speak of it or act upon it. Yes.
Source
قناة «العلامة الدكتور صالح الفوزان»، ما الواجب على من ابتلي بالوساوس؟ - الشيخ صالح الفوزان — youtube.com
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