What are the surahs that can be recited for a nine-and-a-half-year-old girl who suffers from recurrent sleep disturbances and is afraid of death and not entering Paradise, despite her commitment to acts of worship? And what is the solution to help her, and is it obligatory to talk to her about matters of the Afterlife despite her fear?
It is recommended to diligently recite the morning and evening adhkar (remembrances) and the adhkar before sleep, with understanding and presence of heart, and to use Ruqyah Shariah (Islamic exorcism/healing). This should be accompanied by seeking refuge in Allah, having sincere reliance on Him, thinking well of Him, and persistently supplicating with patience and certainty. You may also refer to fatwas (religious edicts) related to the adhkar before sleep and the causes of disturbing dreams. As for discussing matters of the Afterlife with children, it should be done in a manner appropriate to the child's age and level of comprehension. You can utilize specialized books, encyclopedias, and presentations designed for teaching creed to children.
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