What is the ruling on carrying an amulet given by a herbalist for the purpose of healing and warding off the evil eye and envy, and is it permissible to begin treatment while this amulet is present?
The paper must be examined to ascertain if its meaning is unreasonable or contains elements of polytheism (shirk). If so, it is forbidden to hang it, as it falls under polytheistic amulets (tama'im). However, if it is Quranic text written in a normal manner and not mixed with anything else, scholars have differed regarding hanging it if it is encased in a protective covering. The preferable approach is to avoid hanging it and instead rely on reciting the Quran, remembrances (adhkar), supplications (du'a), and divine protections. One should frequently seek forgiveness (istighfar) and make supplications of the prophets for procreation, seek refuge with the two surahs of seeking refuge (Mu'awwidhatayn), and diligently maintain regular remembrances. It is crucial to be certain that provision (rizq) is from Allah and is not attained through disobedience to Allah. Relying on sorcerers and charlatans corrupts both religious and worldly affairs. One must adopt permissible means, such as seeking medical treatment, and entrust the matter to Allah.
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