To what extent is a Muslim man accountable for the evil of his deeds if he is afflicted by a touch from a non-Muslim jinn that makes him criticize Islam and Muslims, and keeps him away from prayer and acts of worship?
The entry of jinn into humans and their possession of them is affirmed by the consensus of the Ahl al-Sunnah wa al-Jama'ah (Sunni Muslims). Whoever is afflicted with epilepsy and completely loses their consciousness is excused, not held accountable, and is not required to make up any missed prayers or the like, due to the saying of the Prophet, peace be upon him: "The pen has been lifted from three… the insane person until he recovers." However, if they retain some awareness, they are responsible according to their level of awareness. The reason for the jinn's dominance is the servant's heedlessness of the remembrance of Allah and the Quran. It is obligatory to fortify oneself with legitimate supplications, and whoever is responsible for the person's affairs should instruct them in this during their waking moments.
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