ruqya

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A form of ruqyah — An Islamic spiritual healing practice involving the recitation of Qur'anic verses, specifically Surah Al-Fatiha and the last three Surahs along with a du'a' to seek refuge in Allah.

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Meanings

nounruqya (plural ruqyas or ruqa)

plural ruqyas · plural ruqa

  1. alternativeIslamAlternative form of ruqyah.
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