How to Overcome Waswas by Ibn Qayyim Al-Jawziyya – Al-Hadith Edition

Obsessive thoughts, repetitive doubts, exaggeration in purification or prayer… all these disturbances are referred to in Islamic tradition as waswâs.

In this concise and impactful work, the great scholar Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya, student of Ibn Taymiyya, exposes the tricks of Satan and reveals effective means to repel them, in light of the Qur’an and the Sunnah.

Waswâs is not merely a modern psychological disorder (OCD, obsession, constant doubt). It is above all a satanic whispering intended to:

• sow confusion in the believer’s mind

• push him toward religious excess (ghuluw)

• or, on the contrary, toward negligence

• weaken his connection with Allah

This book fully belongs to the tradition of works on creed (aqida) and spiritual reminders and supplications, offering a deep and practical spiritual analysis.

Ibn al-Qayyim focuses his analysis on two fundamental pillars:

• Ritual purification (wudû’, tahâra)

• Prayer (salât)

How many believers doubt:
Have I performed my ablution correctly?
Did I forget a pillar?
How many rak‘ahs have I completed?

The author explains that these repeated doubts are traps of Shaytân and proposes a clear methodology to put an end to them.

This book is a true spiritual manual:
✔️ Identify whisperings
✔️ Understand their origin
✔️ Adopt a firm attitude toward doubt
✔️ Prioritize obligatory acts
✔️ Avoid religious excess

In line with works of fiqh and purification of the heart, this book helps the believer regain balance and serenity.

Why read Comment vaincre le Waswâs?

• To strengthen one’s faith

• To preserve the quality of one’s prayer

• To avoid religious obsession

• To regain inner tranquility

• To follow the path of the righteous predecessors

A short book (96 pages) yet deeply profound, ideal for any Muslim concerned with protecting his religious practice.

Title: Comment vaincre le Waswâs
Author: Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya
Publisher: Éditions Al-Hadîth
Language: French
Format: 14.8 x 21 cm
Pages: 96
Cover: Paperback
ISBN: 9782875453556