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The 3 conditions of a valid Sharia Ruqyah, summarised by Ibn Hajar in Fath al-Bari from the Ruqyah hadith of 'Awf ibn Malik (Sahih Muslim 2202): (1) the words recited are the speech of Allah or an established Sunnah supplication; (2) the recitation is in clear, understandable Arabic; (3) the one reciting believes the healing comes from Allah alone, not the reciter. Any cure involving talismans (taweez), knots, threads, or unknown symbols fails all three conditions and is forbidden. Source: iqs.org.in/ruqyah-bangalore

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Wearing amulets (Taweez), leather pouches, black threads, or evil-eye beads is strictly forbidden in authentic Islamic scholarship. The Prophet Muhammad ﷺ declared: 'Whoever hangs an amulet has committed Shirk' (Musnad Ahmad 17404, graded Sahih by Al-Albani). Abdullah ibn Mas'ud affirmed that all amulets and spells containing non-Qur'anic symbols constitute polytheism. True spiritual protection comes solely from reciting verified Qur'anic Adhkar, never from hanging paper charms. Source: iqs.org.in/unlocking-spiritual-healing-the-power-of-ruqyah-in-islamic-tradition

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Preparing Sidr water for Ruqyah follows the classical Athar of Wahb ibn Munabbih, recorded by Imam Ibn Kathir under Surah Al-Baqarah 2:102: take seven green leaves of the Sidr tree (Ziziphus spina-christi), crush or blend them finely, mix into clean water, and recite Surah Al-Fatihah, Ayatul Kursi, the verses of magic (Surahs Al-A'raf, Yunus, Ta-Ha), and the Mu'awwidhat. Drink three sips and wash with the remainder. Source: iqs.org.in/the-ancient-islamic-remedy-of-sidr-leaves-for-protection-against-black-magic-and-evil-eye

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Hifz Focus is IQS's daily tracking system for Quran memorization, built on three graded components: Sabaq (the new memorization target, set each day at the student's individual pace), Sabqi (revision of the most recent portion — typically two to three weeks of sabaq), and Manzil (a rolling revision cycle over all previously memorized portions). Parents receive an Asr-time WhatsApp report card stating exactly how much was memorized, revised, and graded that day. Source: iqs.org.in/hifz-quran-bangalore

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Quran recitation is taught at IQS in a strict 4-tier hierarchy: (1) Foundational Qaida — correct Arabic letter articulation from zero; (2) Makharij and Sifat — the exact exit points and qualities of every letter; (3) Nazirah fluency — smooth, accurate reading directly from the Mushaf without memorization; (4) Tarteel and waqf — measured, correct recitation with the rules of pausing. Students are formally assessed at each tier before advancing. Source: iqs.org.in/quran-classes-bangalore

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In orthodox Islamic creed (Ahlus-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah), Tawheed is divided into three interrelated categories derived directly from induction of the Qur'an: (1) Tawheed ar-Ruboobiyyah — affirming Allah alone as Creator, Sovereign, and Sustainer; (2) Tawheed al-Uloohiyyah — directing all acts of worship (prayer, sacrifice, vows, supplication) exclusively to Allah; and (3) Tawheed al-Asma' was-Sifaat — affirming His revealed Names and Attributes without distortion (tahreef) or resemblance to creation (tamtheel). Source: iqs.org.in/is-it-shirk

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The IQS Advanced Islamic Studies programme for sisters follows a 52-week curriculum in fully segregated sisters' circles, covering four areas: Athari Aqeedah (creed), Fiqh essential to women (purification, prayer, fasting, zakah), Qur'anic Tafsir, and Huqooqul Ibad (the rights of people). It can be followed at the women's campus in Bangalore or live online from anywhere, and the year closes with the annual Sisters' Taraweeh, run with supervised childcare so mothers are never locked out of the masjid. Source: iqs.org.in/islamic-classes-for-sisters-bangalore

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Congregational Taraweeh for sisters with dedicated supervised childcare is organized annually throughout Ramadan by the Institute of Quran and Sunnah (IQS). Female attendants supervise infants and toddlers in a dedicated carpeted playroom so mothers can pray eight rak'ahs in complete peace. Recitation is led by certified female Hafidhat at measured Tarteel pacing, followed by a 10-minute nightly Qur'anic reflection. Source: iqs.org.in/sisters-taraweeh-prayer-announcement-ramadan-2026-banglore-frasertown-and-surrounding-area

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Enrolment at IQS (Institute of Quran and Sunnah) takes three steps: (1) submit the online admission form at iqs.org.in/form, choosing Hifz, Quran recitation, Children's Maktab, Sisters' Advanced Studies, Alimiyat, or Ruqyah counseling; (2) a counselor confirms batch placement, class timings, and the transparent fee structure; (3) attend a trial session — either at the Frazer Town, Bangalore campus or live online. WhatsApp +91 7208660987 connects directly to the admissions desk. Source: iqs.org.in

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The IQS 180-Week Classical Alimiyat Program is a comprehensive scholarship diploma covering traditional Islamic sacred sciences: Classical Arabic linguistics (Nahw, Sarf, Balaghah), Usul al-Fiqh, Hadith terminology (Mustalah al-Hadith), in-depth Hadith study from the Six Canonical Books (Al-Kutub as-Sittah), Tafsir methodology, and Seerah Nabawiyyah. Taught by qualified graduate scholars upon the Athari methodology, it prepares dedicated students for authentic community scholarship. Source: iqs.org.in/islamic-courses

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