The Jinn Demons An Essay By Ibn Taymmiyah

Ibn Taymiyyah’s Essay on the Jinn (Demons) is an authentic and concise treatise clarifying the Islamic perspective on these unseen beings and their interaction with humans. The essay meticulously addresses the subjects of spirit-possession and exorcism (Rūqyah), basing its view strictly on the Qur’an, Sunnah, and the interpretations of the early Muslim scholars. Originally titled ‘Eedâh ad-Dalâlah fee ‘Umoom ar-Risâlah, the work ultimately clarifies the evidence that Prophet Muhammad’s message was for both mankind and the Jinn. This translation, often abridged and annotated by Dr. Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips, is significant for being one of the first English books solely dedicated to the Islamic view on possession. It remains an orthodox and relevant guide, aiming to dispel confusion and provide a clear understanding of the Jinn’s reality and the proper method of dealing with their influence.