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Belief and practice in magic in Islam is "widespread and pervasive" [1] and a "vital element of everyday life and practice", both historically and currently in Islamic culture. [2] While scholars generally agree that the Quranic term siḥr, (usually defined as magic) is forbidden in Islam, there is less agreement on how siḥr is defined. [3]
Belief in the supernatural creatures such as Jinn are both an integral part of Islamic belief, [5] and a common explanations in society "for evil, illness, health, wealth, and position in society as well as all mundane and inexplicable phenomena in between".
Divination and magic in Islam encompass a wide range of practices, including black magic, warding off the evil eye, the production of amulets and other magical equipment, evocation, casting lots, and astrology. [18] Legitimacy of practising magic is disputed. Most Islamic traditions distinguish between good magic and black magic.
Harut and Marut, fallen angels tempting humans in Babylon to perform magic, mentioned in Quran. [17] (Angels) Hanzab and Hadis, devils who distract Muslims from prayers. (Devils) Hinn, either a weak class of jinn or their predecessor. [18] (Genie or Demon) Houri, beautiful and pure beings of Paradise. (Human)
The story became subject of a theological dispute in Islam. Some Muslim theologians argue that angels could not commit sins and thus, reject the story of Harut and Marut. Depending on the reading of the Quran (Qira'at), Harut and Marut are depicted as "two kings" instead. These kings would have learned sorcery from the devils and then taught it ...
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