Question: Assalamu ‘alaykum. I have noticed that many of my friends are very worried about the evil eye or “nazar.” I recognize that the evil eye is real, but apart from saying mash’Allah and insh’Allah, I have never been too concerned about it. However, my friends also hesitate to discuss future plans or reveal information because of genuine fears of the evil eye. Is it wise to have such fears?
Answer:
Wa ‘alaykum assaalm wa rahmatullah wa barakatuh.
I pray you are well.
No, you should not go to lengths about worrying about the evil eye. This is very common in some communities, and it just causes paranoia.
Follow the sunnas of seeking protection through the recitation of the last three suras thrice morning and evening, and mention the name of Allah when seeing something you like. Beyond that, excessive worrying about a matter that cannot be controlled, which may or may not happen is not wise.
Please refer to this article, as it provides the Qur’anic perspective on the matter.
Please see:
https://seekersguidance.org/answers/black-magic-and-evil-eye/
https://seekersguidance.org/answers/general-counsel/how-can-someone-always-have-trust-in-allah/
May Allah bless you with the best of both worlds.
[Shaykh] Abdul-Rahim Reasat
Checked and Approved by Shaykh Faraz Rabbani