Atta – Egypt
Title
Can Jinn Really Possess People?
Question
We hear a lot that jinn possess some people. What is the viewpoint of Islam regarding this?
Date
26/Sep/2004
Name of Counsellor
Group of Muftis
Topic
Jinn & Magic
Answer
In the Name of Allah, Most Gracious, Most Merciful.
All praise and thanks are due to Allah, and peace and blessings be upon His Messenger.
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