How to Bring Peace & Barakah into Your Home
“And We have made your homes a place of rest…” (Qur’ān 16:80)
Do you feel tension, coldness or sadness at home — a silence heavier than comfort, relationships strained, and a sense of emptiness lingering in the corners? You are not alone. Many families go through periods of darkness. But just as the night yields to dawn, Allah can restore sakīnah (tranquillity), mercy and love within our homes — through the Qur’ān, Sunnah and a heart that sincerely seeks His protection.
At Institute of Quran and Sunnah (IQS), we hold onto the teaching of the Salaf: the home is not merely a physical space — it is a sacred trust, a “small Jannah” where souls find peace. And we believe that with the right spiritual efforts, Allah can remove every obstacle and bring true harmony and mercy. Ameen.
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- Why Family Discord Happens
- What Islamic Teachings Say About These Issues
- Steps to Bring Peace & Barakah at Home
- Common Misconceptions — What Islam Actually Teaches
- Conclusion & Dua for Peace
- FAQs
Why Family Discord Happens
Family conflict, coldness of heart, broken ties, constant arguing and emotional pain — these are often symptoms, not the root. As believers, we know there can be multiple causes:
- A deeply wounded nafs (inner self), carrying anger, hurt or misunderstanding.
- Accumulated stress, trauma, lack of communication, or unmet emotional needs.
- Neglect of spiritual protection and remembrance — leaving the door open for whispers and negative influence from shayṭān.
- Loss of connection with Allah, the Qur’ān and the Sunnah, which alone can soften hearts and bind families.
Indeed, the enemy loves to target the family: the closer the bonds, the more he hates them. The Prophet ﷺ warned that shayṭān and his followers aim to sever the closest of ties, especially marriage and parent-child relations.
What Islamic Teachings Say About These Issues
Spiritual Threats — Shayṭān & Jinn
Shayṭān is real. He whispers, sows discord, stimulates anger, pride, impatience and hardness of heart. He would love nothing more than to destroy peace in your home.
That is why reciting the Qur’ān, turning to Allah in dhikr, and making the home a place of tawḥīd (monotheism) are critical — they banish shayṭān’s influence and invite the mercy of Allah and His angels.
The Self (Nafs) — Inner Battles Matter
Islam teaches that the biggest battle is inside the human soul. Our desires, our anger, our ego — these often cause more harm than any external whisper. Allah says:
“Indeed, the soul is inclined to evil except those upon whom my Lord shows mercy.” — Qur’ān 12:53
Therefore, spiritual healing must be paired with inner purification and self-accountability — sincerely turning to Allah, seeking forgiveness (istighfār), and striving to refine one’s character.
Steps to Bring Peace & Barakah at Home
1. Begin Every Entry & Action With “Bismillāh”
The Prophet ﷺ said: when a person enters his home and mentions Allah’s name when entering and when eating — Shayṭān says: “You have no place to stay and no dinner.” — Sahih Muslim. This simple act protects the home from his presence.
2. Make Your Home a Qur’ānic House
- Regularly recite the Qur’ān — especially parts like Surah Al-Baqarah. The Messenger ﷺ said that Shayṭān flees from the home in which Surah Al-Baqarah is recited. — Sahih Muslim.
- Even short portions of recitation by different family members strengthen protection. When hearts are engaged in Qur’ān, Shayṭān cannot linger.
3. Use Dhikr & Adhkār Morning and Evening
Recite Ayāt al-Kursī, the last two verses of Surah Al-Baqarah before sleep, and the three Quls (Surah Ikhlās, Falaq, Nās). These adhkār carry Allah’s protection and mercy. The Prophet ﷺ taught that these recitations shield a believer from harm.
4. Invite the Angels — Remove What Drives Them Away
Angels bring calm, mercy and light. The home where they stay becomes tranquil and blessed. The Prophet ﷺ warned that angels do not enter places of images, statues, or where major sin persists. — Sunan Abu Dawood. Removing unnecessary pictures, statues, or anything that contradicts tawḥīd — and avoiding sinful behaviour — helps maintain angelic presence.
5. Establish Adhān or Remembrance of Prayer in Home
When the call to prayer is heard, Shayṭān retreats. The Prophet ﷺ said that hearing the Adhān drives Shayṭān away. — Sahih Muslim. If possible, announce or play the Adhān at home during prayer times; at minimum, make the intention and dhikr yourself.
6. Repair Relationships With Mercy & Wisdom
When conflict arises, respond with gentleness and kindness. Allah says:
“Repel evil with what is better, then the one between whom and you was enmity will become as though he was a loyal friend.” — Qur’ān 41:34
Give time. Listen. Show compassion. Avoid accusatory language. Pray together. When hearts soften, Shayṭān’s grip loosens.
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Common Misconceptions — What Islam Actually Teaches
- “All bad behaviour comes from jinn.” — Not always. Often the root is the nafs (inner self), upbringing, or emotional wounds. Attributing all issues to jinn may ignore real psychological or social problems.
- “Bathroom doors alone solve jinn problems.” — Keeping doors closed is good adab/cleanliness, but spiritual protection is primarily from Qur’ān, dhikr, and remembrance — not only from physical arrangements.
- “Any story is valid because it feels like jinn activity.” — We must rely on authenticated texts. Weak narrations, folklore or unchecked stories can mislead and cause unnecessary fear. We rely only on Qur’ān and Sahīh Sunnah. Allāhu a‘lam.
Conclusion & Dua for Peace
Peace in the home is not accidental — it is earned with Allah’s mercy, Qur’ān, Sunnah and sincere effort. A home inhabited by remembrance, kindness and tawḥīd becomes a fortress, not only against Shayṭān, but also against despair, sadness and coldness.
Dear brother/sister, strive to make your home a place where:
– hearts speak softly in the name of Allah,
– Qur’ān is recited and hearts are touched,
– anger is replaced with mercy,
– justice is done with compassion,
– love grows through calm talk, not shouting —
and Shayṭān finds no space.
May Allah grant your home sakīnah, barakah, and unite hearts upon truth. Ameen.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- Is every family conflict a result of jinn or shayṭān?
- No. Many times the cause is the nafs (inner self), misunderstandings, upbringing, or emotional pain. Shayṭān may influence, but the root can be purely human — thus spiritual treatment should be paired with empathy, communication and character development.
- Does reciting Qur’ān guarantee no problems in the home?
- Reciting Qur’ān protects and brings barakah, but Allah tests His servants in different ways (discipline, growth, purification). Qur’ān and dhikr bring mercy and guidance — they do not promise a life free from trials. Yet they strengthen the believer’s ability to respond with patience and tawakkul.
- What if someone doesn’t believe the problem is spiritual — is it un-Islamic?
- No. Recognizing human nature’s flaws is part of Tawḥīd too. Islam teaches balance: we seek refuge from shayṭān, but also strive to fix our own hearts, improve speech, control anger and show kindness. Both spiritual and human healing go hand in hand.
References:
- Qur’ān 12:53 — “Indeed the soul inclines to evil except those upon whom my Lord shows mercy.”
- Qur’ān 16:80 — On homes as a place of rest.
- Qur’ān 41:34 — “Repel evil with what is better.”
- Hadith on entering home and saying Bismillāh & invoking peace — Sahih Muslim.
- Hadith: Recitation of Surah Al-Baqarah causes Shayṭān to leave home — Sahih Muslim.
- Hadith: Angels do not enter a home with images/dogs — Sunan Abu Dawood.
- Hadith on Ayāt al-Kursī & night adhkār for protection — Sahih al-Bukhārī & Muslim.
For more on spiritual healing and protection, see our posts:
- Ultimate Guide to Ruqya: Quranic Healing & Sunnah Practices
- Resuming Ruqya @ IQS, Frasertown Bangalore
Bring Peace & Barakah to Your Home
Practical Sunnah steps to protect your family from discord — Qur’ān, Dhikr & wise action.
Top 6 Sunnah Steps
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Say Bismillāh when entering & eating.
(Prophetic practice that weakens shayṭān’s hold.) -
Recite Surah Al-Baqarah regularly.
(The Messenger ﷺ taught it drives Shayṭān away.) -
Daily Adhkār: Ayat al-Kursī & last two verses of Baqarah.
(Protection before sleep and all night.) -
Play/announce the Adhān at home.
(Hearing the call scatters Shayṭān.) -
Close bathroom doors & keep the house tidy.
(Good adab & cleanliness reduce negative atmosphere.) -
Remove images/statues & avoid sinful speech.
(Angelic presence increases with tawḥīd & adab.)
Signs of a Heavy Home
- Persistent tension & loud arguing
- Cold, silent atmosphere — “like a graveyard”
- Scary dreams or sudden negative thoughts
- Sudden increase in family fights or disrespect
Immediate Short Remedies
- Gather family, make du‘ā’ and recite 3 Quls together
- Close bathroom doors & keep the house clean
- Lower voices — practise gentle speech for 7 days
- Rotate reading Surah Baqarah for 3 nights
Student testimony: “After following IQS’s ruqya program and family adhkār, the tension melted — my father apologized and the home felt light again.”
(Example case — anonymized)
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