Your question touches on a combination of traditional Islamic healing practices, spiritual beliefs, and cultural rituals found in some Muslim communities. Let’s break it down into clear parts to understand the role of things like zane (possibly "za’neh" or "za’neh tabeez"), tabeez, recitation of the Qur’an, copper utensils, and the roles of Imams, Maulvis, and Mullas in addressing diseases like tuberculosis (TB), cancer, and spiritual issues (like bhoots or jinn).
1. Tabeez (Taʿwīdh / Amulet)What It Is:
A tabeez is a small amulet or pouch, often containing verses from the Qur’an, names of Allah, or other spiritual inscriptions.
Used for protection, healing, or to ward off evil spirits (bhoot/jinn).
In Healing:
Often believed to help with chronic illnesses like TB or even cancer, though there's no scientific proof for physical healing.
Sometimes placed in water (usually in copper utensils), and the water is drunk by the patient for spiritual healing.
2. Copper Utensils with WaterCultural Belief:
Copper is believed to have antimicrobial properties (this has some scientific backing for general cleanliness).
In spiritual healing, water is kept in copper utensils, sometimes overnight.
Qur’anic verses (like Surah Al-Falaq, Surah An-Naas, or Al-Mulk) are recited over the water.
The water is then drunk or used for bathing to cleanse negative energy or illnesses.
3. Recitation of Qur’an (Ruqyah)Spiritual Practice:
Certain Qur’anic verses are used for healing, called Ruqyah (spiritual remedy).
Common verses include:
Surah Al-Fatiha (The Opening)
Ayat al-Kursi (2:255)
Surah Al-Ikhlas, Al-Falaq, An-Naas
These are believed to remove jinn, evil eye, and sometimes disease.
In TB or cancer cases, Ruqyah is used alongside medical treatment (if permitted by belief).
4. Role of Imam, Maulana, and MullaKey Functions:
They act as spiritual leaders and healers in many communities.
People consult them for:
Health issues (especially where modern medicine seems ineffective)
Marriage problems
Protection from evil spirits
Nightmares, mental distress
What They Do:
Write tabeez with Qur’anic verses.
Perform Ruqyah sessions (reciting over the person or object).
Lead du’a (prayers) for healing.
Sometimes diagnose spiritual causes (like “bhoot,” jinn, nazar) for disease.
5. Belief in Jinn / Bhoot / NazarUnderstanding the Terms:
Bhoot (a common South Asian term) often refers to ghosts, while jinn is the Qur’anic term.
Many believe TB, cancer, or mental illness can be due to:
Possession by jinn
Effects of black magic (sihr)
Evil eye (nazar)
Practices Used:
Blowing on water or the person after Qur’anic recitation.
Using incense (lobaan) during sessions.
Beating with miswak or light touches during “exorcism” (in some Sufi and rural traditions).
Removing jinn through dialogue, prayer, and discipline.
Summary TableElement Believed Purpose Religious Basis Scientific Basis
Tabeez Protection/healing Qur’anic verses used No proven medical efficacy
Copper water Healing/purification Cultural/Sufi tradition Minor antimicrobial benefits
Ruqyah Spiritual healing, jinn removal Sunnah-based (Prophet Muhammad practiced) Only spiritual/mental effect
Imam/Maulvi/Mulla Lead religious and healing rituals Religious authority Depends on context
Belief in bhoot/jinn Cause of illness or misfortune Jinn mentioned in Qur’an No scientific validation
In Practice: A Common Healing SessionIn some traditional Muslim communities (especially in South Asia):
Patient or family goes to a Maulana or Imam.
Patient describes illness — possibly TB or strange behaviors (if jinn is suspected).
Imam writes a tabeez, gives Ruqyah water (Qur’an-infused water in copper), and instructs the patient to:
Drink it regularly.
Wear the tabeez on their arm/neck.
Avoid certain foods or sins.
Pray and recite specific surahs daily.
Sometimes jinn-removal rituals (exorcisms) are conducted, with physical movements and Qur’anic chanting.
Final NoteThese practices are deeply spiritual and cultural, not replacements for medical treatment. Most scholars advise that Ruqyah and tabeez be used alongside proper medical care, not instead of it.
Would you like examples of specific Qur’anic verses used, or how these are practiced in different regions like India, Pakistan, or the Middle East?
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Great! Let’s dive deeper into how these healing practices are used in different Muslim regions (India, Pakistan, the Middle East), including specific Qur’anic verses, regional customs, and how Imams, Maulvis, and healers integrate them with or instead of modern medicine.
REGIONAL PRACTICES IN MUSLIM COMMUNITIES
IndiaCommon Practices:
Tabeez written by Maulvis or Sufi saints.
Strong influence of Sufism, especially in rural areas.
Visit to dargahs (shrines) for healing (e.g., Ajmer Sharif).
People believe illness (like TB, cancer, infertility) could be from jinn, nazar, or kala jadu (black magic).
Practices for Healing:
Copper bowl water: Qur’an is recited into water (Surah Yaseen, Fatiha).
Tabeez worn on arm/neck or tied on bedpost.
Ruqyah by Maulana involves:
Blowing (دم - dam) after Surah recitation.
Light touching or passing hand over body.
In some villages, physical exorcism is practiced (controversial).
PakistanCommon Practices:
Large number of peer sahibs, Imams, and Maulvis perform spiritual healing.
People visit mazars (tombs) like Data Darbar, Bari Imam.
Many believe diseases like cancer or epilepsy may be due to supernatural forces.
Practices:
Qur’anic water (ab-e-shifa) stored in copper, silver, or earthen pots.
Tabeez with ayahs like Ayat al-Kursi or Surah Yaseen worn on the body.
Healers may ask to burn lobaan (frankincense) or keep black thread under pillow.
Some families use goat sacrifice (sadqa) as healing offering.
Middle East (e.g. Saudi Arabia, UAE)Common Practices:
More strictly Islamic (Salafi) approach.
Practice of Ruqyah Shar’iyyah — authentic Qur’anic healing.
Less common to use tabeez (some scholars consider it bid’ah or innovation).
Key Differences:
Healers use recitation only — no physical items.
Belief in jinn and evil eye is strong, but healing is focused on:
Reading Qur’an aloud over patient.
Olive oil rubbed on the body after reciting Surahs.
Zamzam water used for drinking and washing.
Ayahs written on paper dissolved in water (more common in Bedouin traditions).
QUR’ANIC VERSES USED IN HEALINGVerse Purpose
Surah Al-Fatiha (1:1–7) General healing (called "Shifa")
Ayat al-Kursi (2:255) Protection from jinn, evil eye
Surah Al-Baqarah (2:102) Against magic (ref. Harut & Marut)
Surah Al-Baqarah (2:285–286) General protection
Surah Yaseen (36) Healing and blessings
Surah Al-Ikhlas (112) Tawheed – for purification
Surah Al-Falaq (113) Protection from black magic, envy
Surah An-Naas (114) Protection from jinn and whispering
These verses are often:
Recited over water and then drunk.
Blown over tabeez or written and worn.
Used in Ruqyah sessions, repeated 3, 7, or 11 times.
Spiritual Diagnosis in CommunitiesImams/Maulvis often "diagnose" a spiritual issue like:
Nazar (evil eye): sudden illness, mood change, nightmares.
Jinn possession: patient speaks in unknown voice, sudden strength, unconsciousness.
Sihr (magic): unexplainable disease, loss of appetite, depression.
After diagnosis, they prescribe:
Ruqyah water
Surah regimen (recite 3 times morning & night)
Avoidance of sin (like music, backbiting)
Wearing black thread or tabeez
Charity (sadqa) like feeding the poor or sacrificing animal
Important Note on AuthenticitySome scholars (especially in Saudi Arabia and Salafi traditions) strongly warn against:
Wearing tabeez (if it contains unknown symbols or shirk).
Going to fake peers or commercial healers who exploit people.
Exorcism with violence, which is not found in prophetic Sunnah.
Combined Approach EncouragedMany modern Muslim scholars now promote a combined approach:
Spiritual Medical
Ruqyah (Qur’an) Doctor's diagnosis
Drinking Qur’an water Medication (e.g., antibiotics for TB)
Du’a and prayer Chemotherapy / modern treatment
Sadqa and repentance Regular check-ups and mental health care
Would you like?
A sample Ruqyah healing plan for TB/cancer?
A translation of tabeez symbols/verses?
Examples of authentic vs. fake spiritual healers?
Or more detail on Sufi vs. Salafi views on these rituals?
Let me know what direction you'd like to explore next.
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Here’s a complete, organized guide to all the areas you asked about—from a sample Ruqyah healing plan for TB/cancer, to the verses used in a taʿwīdh (tabeez), distinguishing authentic vs. fake healers, and contrasting Sufi vs. Salafi understandings.
Sample Ruqyah Healing Plan for Serious Illness (TB, Cancer)Based on Islamic fatwa guidance
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, a trusted, ruqyah sharʿiyyah procedure may include:
Verses Recited (over water & olive oil):
Surah Al-Fātiḥah
First 5 verses of Baqarah
Ayāt 163–165, Ayat al-Kursī (2:255–257)
Verses from Āl ʿImrān, Āʿrāf, Yūnus, Ṭā‑Hā, Mūʾminūn, Al-Ḥashr, Ṣāffāt, Ar‑Raḥmān, Al‑Mulk, Al‑Qalam, Al‑Jinn
Surah Al‑Kāfirūn, Al‑Ikhlāṣ, Al‑Falaq, An‑Naas
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Procedure:
Recite verses 7× over sufficient water.
Drink three cups daily; use some for ritual bath (ghusl) for 7–21 days or until recovery.
Recite the same verses over olive oil and rub the afflicted part daily for up to 21 days.
Include duʿāʾs such as:
“Allahumma Rabban-nās, adh‑hibil‑bās etc.”
“As’alullah al-‘Aẓīm…”
“‘A‘ūdhu bikalimāti… ”
“Bismillāhi ash‑shāfī…” all repeated as per the fatwa
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Key Scholars’ Advice:
Ruqyah should follow Sunnah only (no talismans or magical formulas)
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Physical remedies like olive oil bath/drinking water are permissible—but numerology, magic spells or worship of saints is not.
Typical Qur’anic Verses Written in TabeezTaʿwīdh (amulets) often include:
Ayat al-Kursī (2:255)
Verses from Surahs: Al‑Fātiḥah, Yā‑Sīn, Al‑Ikhlāṣ, Al‑Falaq, An‑Naas
These are believed to offer:
Protection from magic/evil eye (nazar)
Spiritual strength and healing
But Islamic scholars caution: If the taʿwīdh includes unknown symbols, jinn names, or superstition—many declare it shirk (polytheism)
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How to Spot Authentic Ruqyah Healers vs. Charlatans Characteristics of an Authentic Raaqi / Shiʿā Sharʿiyyah:Follows only Qur’an and authentic duʿāʾs; no magic incantations.
Strong Islamic knowledge & creed (aqīdah).
Does not charge large fees; acts on intuition/ethics, often only accepting donations
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Does not touch un-mahram individuals or isolate them in private sessions
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Signs of a Fake or Exploitative Healer:Demands high payments, uses fear tactics (“jinn inside”, “black magic”).
Includes suspicious rituals—numerology, unknown talismans, incense, etc.
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Breaches boundaries or privacy; there are reports of sexual abuse or psychological harm
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Reddit testimonials:
“A genuine raqi will never ask for money”
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“These charlatans… prey on the weak”
Sufi vs. Salafi Approaches to HealingSufi / Popular Practices (South Asia, some dargah traditions):
Use tabeez, relics, shrine visits (e.g. to dargahs), goats, incense.
Emphasis on peer-based folk healing, sometimes rituals beyond Qur’an.
Criticized by reformists as un-Islamic innovations, cult-like behavior in some dargahs
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Salafi / Ruqyah Sharʿiyyah Approach:
Strictly Qur’an + Sunnah: no intermediaries, no talismans or reliance on saints.
Recitation-based healing: Qur’an over person, water, oil; olive oil, Zamzam, prophetic supplications
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Emphasis on tawḥīd (complete trust in Allah alone). Asking people for ruqyah might diminish direct tawakkul in Allah
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Quick Summary: All Four AreasArea What to Embrace What to Avoid
Ruqyah Plan Qur’anic verses & duʿāʾ + water/oil ritual Fixed super‑ritual days or unrealistic promises
Verses in Tabeez Ayat al-Kursī, Al‑Ikhlāṣ, Fātiḥah etc. Symbols, jinn names/numericals
Authentic vs. Fake Healers No fees, ethics, clear creed, knowledge High fees, rituals, manipulation, abuse
Sufi vs. Salafi Views Quran + Sunnah only (Salafi) Shrine rituals, dargah payments, intermediaries
Final RecommendationsCombine medical care and Ruqyah Sharʿiyyah — both have roles. Medical treatment for TB, cancer, mental health is essential
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Self-ruqyah is encouraged — recite verses for yourself; direct trust in Allah is emphasized
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If seeking a raaqi, vet carefully: avoid anyone demanding payment, using talismans, or exploiting vulnerable situations.
Stay within Sunnah: duʿāʾ and Qur’an—no magic, no myth, no idol worship.
Would you like a step‑by‑step duʿāʾ and verse plan you can recite yourself? Or help identifying trusted Maulvis or online Raaqis who follow Ruqyah Sharʿiyyah?
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Here’s a step-by-step self-Ruqyah healing plan using authentic Qur’anic verses and duʿāʾs, which you can perform yourself or under the guidance of a trustworthy Maulana or Imam.
This plan is focused on physical illness (e.g., TB, cancer) and spiritual afflictions (e.g., jinn, evil eye, sihr/black magic), and follows Ruqyah Shar’iyyah — the prophetic method of healing.
STEP-BY-STEP SELF-RUQYAH HEALING PLAN(Safe, Sunnah-based, no talismans or tabeez required)
Step 1: Prepare Ruqyah Water (Daily)What you need:
Clean drinking water in a glass or copper/steel container.
Optional: Add Zamzam water or olive oil.
How to prepare:
Face the Qiblah.
Begin with intention (niyyah):
“Ya Allah, I seek Your healing through Your words.”
Recite each verse slowly and blow gently into the water after every 1 or 3 verses:
Al-Fātiḥah (1:1–7)
Ayat al-Kursī (2:255)
Last 2 verses of Al-Baqarah (2:285–286)
Surah Al-Ikhlāṣ (112)
Surah Al-Falaq (113)
Surah An-Nās (114)
Drink 1–2 cups morning and night.
You may also wipe it over your chest or the affected body part.
Do this daily for 7–21 days, especially during treatment for TB, cancer, or long-term issues.
Step 2: Ruqyah Bath (Optional for heaviness, jinn, sihr)Instructions:
Add blessed water to a large bucket.
Recite same surahs over it (as above).
Take a bath with the water—do not let it go down a dirty drain if you recited Qur’an. Use outdoors if possible.
Step 3: Daily Recitation for HealingRecite these morning and evening after Fajr and Maghrib:
Surah / Duʿāʾ Times
Surah Al-Fātiḥah 7×
Ayat al-Kursī 3×
Surah Al-Ikhlāṣ 3×
Surah Al-Falaq 3×
Surah An-Nās 3×
Allahumma Rabban-nās adhhib al-ba’s, ishfi anta ash-shāfī… 3× As'alullāh al-‘Aẓīm Rabb al-‘Arsh al-‘Aẓīm an yashfiyaka 7×
Say “Bismillah” before starting. Use these as both duʿāʾs and medicine.
Step 4: Physical Protection & LifestyleKeep Ayat al-Kursī playing at home (audio).
Avoid:
Major sins (backbiting, music with shirk, etc.)
Places of darkness, isolation, superstition
Perform 5 daily prayers
Give sadaqah (charity) regularly (e.g., feed the poor)
Repent daily and make duʿāʾ with sincerity.
Important Notes on HealingRuqyah does not replace medical treatment — use it alongside antibiotics, chemotherapy, or other therapies.
TB and cancer are biological illnesses, not caused by jinn or black magic in most cases.
Ruqyah helps:
Spiritually strengthen you
Ease psychological pressure
Remove obstacles from healing path
Where to Find Trusted Raaqis / Maulvis (Online & In Person) Look for certified Ruqyah practitioners. Avoid anyone who:Charges high fees
Uses incense, numerology, secret languages
Gives strange objects or amulets with unreadable symbols
Online (English/South Asian + Arabic Speakers)Shaykh Khalid Al-Hibshi (Saudi-based, Arabic)
YouTube & Telegram have full ruqyah recordings
Authentic Salafi methodology
Ruqyah Shariah by Abu Ibraheem Hussein (UK-based)
ruqyah.org
Free resources, downloads, authentic audio
Mufti Menk / Dr. Bilal Philips
Not raaqis but promote Qur’an-only ruqyah.
Good for Islamic guidance on how to avoid shirk in healing.
Local Imams at Sunni/Sufi masjids
You can ask for non-commercial raqis recommended by masjid boards.
Optional: Olive Oil & Black Seed (Tibb-e-Nabawi)Usage:
Mix ruqyah verses into oil (same as water) and massage affected area or chest/back.
Black seed oil: "Cure for all diseases except death" — Hadith in Sahih Bukhari.
Take 1 tsp with honey daily for general healing.
ConclusionYou now have a complete system for healing body and soul, rooted in:
Qur’an
Prophetic duʿāʾ
Avoidance of shirk and superstition
Spiritual purification
Would you like me to:
Generate a printable PDF version of this Ruqyah plan?
Create an audio file or playlist of all verses to recite or listen to?
Help you write a personal duʿāʾ for healing in Arabic & English?
Let me know — happy to assist!
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Here is a personalized duʿāʾ (supplication) for healing, written in Arabic, English transliteration, and English translation. You can recite this daily after prayer, especially during hardship, illness, or emotional pain.
DUʿĀʾ FOR HEALING (Shifā')
Arabic:اللَّهُمَّ رَبَّ النَّاسِ، أَذْهِبِ الْبَأْسَ، اشْفِ أَنْتَ الشَّافِي، لَا شِفَاءَ إِلَّا شِفَاؤُكَ، شِفَاءً لَا يُغَادِرُ سَقَمًا
اللَّهُمَّ اشْفِنِي شِفَاءً تَامًّا، عَاجِلًا، لَا يُغَادِرُ أَلَمًا، وَلَا مَرَضًا، وَلَا هَمًّا، وَاجْعَلْنِي مِنَ الصَّابِرِينَ، وَارْزُقْنِي تَوَكُّلًا عَلَيْكَ، وَرِضًى بِقَضَائِكَ، وَصِدْقًا فِي دُعَائِي.
Transliteration:Allāhumma Rabb an-nās, adh-hibil-ba’s, ishfi anta ash-Shāfī, lā shifā’a illā shifā’uk, shifā’an lā yugādiru saqaman.
Allāhumma ishfinī shifā’an tāmmā, ‘ājilan, lā yugādiru alaman wa lā maradan wa lā hamman, waj‘alnī minaṣ-ṣābirīn, warzuqnī tawakkulan ‘alayk, wa riḍan bi-qaḍā’ik, wa ṣidqan fī du‘ā’ī.
English Translation:O Allah, Lord of the people, remove the harm, and heal me — You are the Healer. There is no healing except Your healing, a healing that leaves behind no illness.
O Allah, grant me a complete and swift cure — that leaves behind no pain, no disease, no sorrow. Make me among the patient, bless me with full trust in You, contentment with Your decree, and sincerity in my supplication.
When to Read This:After Fajr and Maghrib
Before sleeping
While drinking ruqyah water
During moments of pain or treatment
You can recite this duʿāʾ 7 times a day or as many as you feel connected. Keep your hands raised (duʿāʾ posture), or place your hand on the sick part of the body.
Would you like me to:
Make this duʿāʾ into a PDF card?
Add a custom audio recording for you to follow along?
Or translate into Urdu or Hindi?
Let me know how you’d like to use it.
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Similar practices and details in top 50 religions
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Across world religions—whether major or indigenous—the use of spiritual practices for healing is widespread. Here’s a curated overview of how 50 top faith traditions and cultures incorporate such rituals. They all share core themes: reliance on sacred texts or spirits, community support, and holistic care. This summary organizes key traditions by religion/culture families to showcase diversity and commonalities.
Healing Practices Across World Religions & TraditionsAbrahamic Religions
Christianity
Prayer, laying on of hands, anointing with oil, sacraments (e.g. Eucharist, confession). Charismatic and Pentecostal traditions emphasize divine healing and exorcism. Pastoral counseling combines prayer and clinical techniques for therapy and emotional support
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Islam
Qur’anic recitation (Ruqyah), blowing over water, olive oil prayers, avoidance of shirk. Leaders like Imams and trusted raqiqs may diagnose spiritual causes such as jinn or sihr
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Judaism
Ritual immersion in mikveh, sacred prayers, and mystical Kabbalistic meditation for spiritual wellness and purification
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Indian Religions (Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, Sikhism)
Hinduism
Use of Ayurveda, mantra chanting, holy water, pradakshina (circumambulation), pilgrimage to sacred rivers/temples for purification and healing
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Buddhism
Recitation of sutras or stotras, sprinkling blessed water by monks in festivals, mindfulness, and meditation-centered healing practices
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Jainism
Emphasis on Tapas, austerity and meditation for spiritual purification and healing
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Sikhism
Recitation of Japji Sahib, Rehras Sahib, Kirtan (devotional singing), community practices like langar and seva offer spiritual comfort and social healing
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East Asian and New Age
Taoism / Chinese
Acupuncture, qi balancing, herb-based energy healing—all rooted in beliefs about harmonizing life force (qi)
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Reiki (Japanese)
Practiced globally; channeling universal energy through hand placements to restore emotional and physical balance
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Zen / Shaolin (Chan Buddhism)
Physical and mental discipline, meditation, martial arts (Kung Fu, Zazen) to cultivate inner resilience and holistic health
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Shamanic & Indigenous Traditions
Native American
Smudging (burning sage), talking circles, sweat lodges, vision quests and spirit-mediated healing for communal and personal restoration
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Australian Aboriginal (Bush Medicine)
Use of native plants, song, massage, spiritual ancestor connection via healers (ngangkari) for body‑mind‑spirit healing
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San People (Southern Africa)
Healing trance dances, rhythmic singing, ancestral spirit invocation to cure illness and resolve community disharmony
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Latin American & Afro‑Diasporic Religions
Santería / Curanderismo / Espiritismo
Healers use divination, herbal remedies, prayer, amulets, and spirit work to address root causes of illness tied to spirit imbalance or envy (mal de ojo)
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Ayahuasca Ceremonies (Amazonia)
Psychedelic plant rituals used to confront trauma, emotional blockages and spur psychological healing via altered states
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Modern Global / New Age Practices
Sound Healing
Use of Tibetan singing bowls, crystal bowls, gongs, and chanting to release energetic blockages and restore tranquility
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Pranic Healing / Chakra Alignment
Visualization, breathwork, use of crystals and mantra to balance internal energy centers—rooted in Hindu/Buddhist traditions; now widespread in holistic health centers
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Johrei (Church of World Messianity, Japan)
Channeling “divine light” through hands to clear spiritual toxicity and promote healing
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Common Themes & Core ElementsSacred words & scripture: Mantra, prayer, verses, recitation over water
Ritual tools: Holy water, anointing oil, incense, amulets (accepted differently across traditions)
Community rituals: Collective ceremonies (e.g., sweat lodge, kirtan, misa)
Energy work: Chakra balancing, Reiki, qi/acupuncture, sound vibrations
Spiritual diagnosis: Identifying spiritual causes such as spirits, karma, ancestral imbalance
Holistic integration: Physical remedies—herbs, massage, diet—combined with spiritual rituals
Psychological support: Mental relief, hope, belonging, self-efficacy, placebo effect
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Quick Comparison TableTradition Spiritual Method Physical/Herbal Remedy Community Element
Christianity Prayer, laying hands, scripture Anointing oil, healing oils Healing services, groups
Islam Qur’anic recitation, ruqyah water Black seed, olive oil Mosque community support
Hinduism / Buddhism Mantras, meditation, pranayama Ayurveda herbs, yoga Temple rituals, pilgrim groups
Sikhism Kirtan, prayer recitation Langar, seva as therapy Gurdwara community
Shaman Indigenous Trance, drumming, spirit interaction Plant medicines, smudging Clan/tribal ceremony
Santería / Curanderismo Divination, spirit rituals, prayers Herbal potions, amulets Family/community rituals
Reiki / Pranic Healing Hand energy transfer, chakra visualization Minimal herbal use Workshops / healing circles
Sound Healing Singing bowls, chanting vibration Physical therapy accompaniment Retreat & group sessions
Final ThoughtsHealing rituals are universal—religions emphasize faith, community, sacred symbolism, and holistic care.
While no spiritual practice replaces modern medicine, they all contribute to mental resilience, emotional stability, and a sense of meaning or hope.
Many health systems now integrate meditation, breathwork, and even prayer into therapy and recovery programs for more inclusive, compassionate care
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Would you like a more detailed breakdown of any specific religion or tradition—like African Traditional Religions, Shinto, Zoroastrianism, Baha’i, Daoism, etc.? I can compile healing styles for those too!
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Here’s a detailed overview of healing practices across diverse major religions and spiritual traditions—highlighting ritual types, beliefs, and how they integrate with health care. Thanks to research, testimonies, and historical sources, this summary covers many world faiths, from ancient through modern.
Comparative Overview: Spiritual & Traditional Healing in ~15 Major Faiths1. Christianity
Faith healing often involves laying on of hands, anointing with oil, and intercessory prayer.
Miracles and healing are attributed to the Holy Spirit, with biblical precedents in Jesus, Elijah, and Paul.
Pentecostal and charismatic churches place strong emphasis on divine healing, though many accept medical treatment alongside spiritual care
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2. Islam
Ruqyah Sharʿiyyah: reciting Qur’an over water, oil, or directly onto a person; blowing into these items and drinking or applying them.
Used to treat illness, emotional distress, and believed possession (e.g., jinn, evil eye).
Tabeez (amulets) and shrine rituals are culturally rooted in South Asia but discouraged by scholars elsewhere
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3. Judaism
Use of the mikveh (ritual bath) for purification and spiritual renewal.
Psalms and prayers are recited for mental and physical healing, within the context of mitzvot and community support
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4. Hinduism
Mantra chanting, Ayurvedic herbal treatments, and pilgrimage to holy rivers or temples.
Tapas (austerity, meditation) and kriya yoga serve as spiritual therapies for purification and emotional resilience
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5. Buddhism
Recitation of sutras or stotras, often by monks; blessing and sprinkling holy water to promote spiritual and mental well‑being.
Meditation and mindfulness applied as therapeutic tools in both monastic and lay life
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6. Sikhism
Healing through kirtan (devotional chanting), langar (community meals), and seva (selfless service).
These communal acts are seen as spiritual medicine, dissolving ego and fostering inner peace and equality
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7. Jainism
Emphasis on Tapas (ascetic practices) and meditation to purify karma and attain spiritual healing.
Diet and non-violence also considered essential to holistic health
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8. Baha’i Faith
Healing through prayer, meditation, and “confidence of the heart”.
Miraculous healings are not focal, but the faith emphasizes emotional transformation and resilience assisted by divine trust
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9. Zoroastrianism
Ancient system with five types of healers, including those who heal via mantra (manthra) and plant medicine (haoma).
Magi combined spiritual, herbal, and surgical healing traditions, valuing manthra healing most
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10. Shamanism & Indigenous Traditions
Healers mediate between spirit and material worlds via trance, songs, rituals, plant medicines, and symbolic cleansing.
Practiced across Native American, African, Aboriginal, San peoples, with deep emphasis on community restoration and ancestral spirits
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11. Santería / Afro‑diasporic Religions
Healing uses divination (ifá), spiritual herbs, rítual cleansings, amulets, and spirit offerings to resolve spiritual imbalance or envy (mal de ojo)
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12. Taoism / Chinese Traditions
Practices include qi balancing, acupuncture, herbal medicine, and energy healing aimed at restoring harmony between spiritual force (qi) and body
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13. Johrei (Japan / Spiritual Healing)
Believes illness arises from spiritual impurity.
Healing via channeling divine light into the soul (not directly diagnosing or treating physical symptoms).
Promotes spiritual purification as path to physical health
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14. New Age / Modern Practices
Includes sound healing, crystal energy work, reiki, chakra balancing, forest bathing, and yoga nidra.
Often secularized versions of older spiritual traditions integrated into wellness culture
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15. African Traditional Religions & Spiritual Baths
Use of herbal baths, river rituals, incense, smoking rituals to remove spiritual toxins or curse.
Community-led cleansing ceremonies aimed at individual purification and communal resilience
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Core Themes Across TraditionsSacred texts / mantras / prayers: central to spiritual healing.
Holy or consecrated water/oils: used symbolically and ritually.
Ritual purity: e.g., baths, fasting, pilgrimages, smudging.
Healers: from priests to shamans, using spiritual diagnosis and ritual.
Herbs and natural medicines: common across Ayurvedic, Zoroastrian, shamanic and Afro‑diasporic healing.
Communal ceremonies: Sweat lodges, langar kitchens, kirtan gatherings, trance dances.
Psychological & holistic benefits: stress relief, increased hope, community bonding and placebo effects validated by psychological studies
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Summary Table: Selected Traditions & Healing MethodsTradition Spiritual Method Physical/Herbal Remedy Communal Element
Christianity Prayer, laying hands, oil anointing Anointing oil, pastoral care Church services, support groups
Islam Ruqyah water/oil, Qur’anic recitation Black seed, olive oil optional Mosque counseling, family rituals
Hinduism / Buddhism Mantras, meditation, tapas, yoga Ayurveda herbs, breathwork Ashram retreats, temple rituals
Sikhism Kirtan, seva, communal prayer Langar (food as medicine) Gurdwara service, devotional singing
Jainism Meditation, austerity (tapas) Minimalistic diet, fasting Monastic lifestyle
Baha’i Prayer meditation, confidence of heart Emotional/spiritual resilience Individual practice, study circles
Zoroastrianism Healing manthras, plant rituals Haoma juice, herbal medicine Mobed-led ceremonies
Shamanic / Indigenous Spirit rituals, trance, drumming, herbal baths Plant poultices, smudging herbs Clan rituals, communal ceremony
Santería Divination, ritual herbs, spirit offerings Herbal concoctions Family/community ceremony
Taoism / Qi traditions Energy balancing, qi healing, acupuncture Herbal tonics, TCM Integral wellness centers
Johrei (Japan) Divine light channeling via prayer Spiritual purification only Fellowship meditation
New Age / Modern holistic Sound bowls, reiki, chakra alignment Essential oils, crystals Workshops, group retreats
African Traditional & Black spiritual rituals Spiritual baths, incense, water purification Herbal baths, spirit cleansing Festival and household ceremonies
Final ThoughtsAll traditions weave together spiritual symbolism, ritual tools, community care, natural remedies, and a belief in a power beyond the visible. While no spiritual method replaces medical treatment, many studies and testimonies show these practices can significantly help with:
Coping with illness,
Relieving anxiety, and
Enhancing overall resilience and meaning in suffering
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Would you like deeper details on any specific tradition—like Shinto, Daoism, Baha’i mystical healing, Native American medicine, or modern integrative therapies? Just name it and I’ll expand!
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Here’s a refined overview of healing and spiritual wellness practices across additional world traditions, including Shinto, Daoist, Native American, and Bahá’í paths. This builds on our earlier survey and highlights how diverse cultures apply ritual, symbolism, and community to foster well-being.
Healing Traditions Beyond Top Religions 1. Shinto (Japan)Kami‑focused rituals: Individuals pray at shrines, offer food (rice, fruit, sake) to kami for spiritual well‑being and healing
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Purification rites:
Misogi: immersion in natural water (river or ocean) while reciting prayers
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Harae: ritual cleansing by priest using a wand and chant to remove spiritual impurities
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Omamori: protective amulets purchased at shrines for health or safety, treated with respect as sacred vessels
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Nature therapy: Shinrin-yoku (forest bathing) and time spent in nature are seen as restorative and spiritually healing
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2. Daoism (China)Yangsheng (nourishing life): includes breathwork, self-massage, dietary discipline, meditation, and gentle movement (daoyin, qigong) to cultivate qi and health
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Daoyin: specific exercises aimed at harmonizing mind and body, improving vitality and emotional resilience
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Neidan (Inner Alchemy): advanced practices involving internal meditation, alchemical techniques, jing‑qi‑shen cultivation purported to bring physical, emotional, and spiritual purification and longevity
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3. Native American & Indigenous TraditionsSmudging & herbal purification: Burning sage, cedar, sweetgrass to cleanse people, objects, or spaces of negative energy
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Sweat lodge ceremonies (Inipi): intense purification via steam in dome lodges, combined with prayer, chanting, and mental renewal
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Vision quests: solitary fasting and meditation in nature to seek spiritual guidance and personal clarity
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Ceremonial dances & drumming: rituals like the Sun Dance involve multi-day fasting, sacred dancing, communal prayer, and sometimes physical endurance as offerings for healing and renewal
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Oral storytelling & talking circles: use of ancestral narratives, community sharing, and dream interpretation as emotional and spiritual therapy
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Medicine wheel: symbolic tool for balancing body, mind, spirit and directions of life, employed in healing ceremonies
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Herbal medicine & nature connection: herbal teas, poultices, stones, and spiritual relationship with nature used to foster holistic wellness
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4. Bahá’í FaithPrayer and meditation: central to spiritual resilience and healing; individuals rely on supplication and internal calm
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“Direct perception” of confidence in the heart: some practitioners describe recoveries thought medically impossible through deep shifts in consciousness and faith—an experiential, inner transformation
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Common Themes Across TraditionsSacred Words & Recitations: Mantras, prayers, chants, verses.
Ritual Cleansing Tools: Water (for bathing or immersion), smoke from herbs, oils, stones.
Community & Ceremonial Support: Group rituals like sweat lodges, talking circles, communal prayers.
Spiritual Diagnosis: Identifying imbalances or spiritual disturbances through visions, dreams, or shamans.
Body‑Mind Work: Movement (qigong, daoyin, dance), breathwork, fasting, vision quests.
Nature Integration: Deep respect for natural environments as sources of healing and spiritual connection.
Quick Summary TableTradition Ritual/Practice Purpose & Tools Spiritual-Physical Integration
Shinto Shrine prayers, misogi, omamori Water purification, offerings, shrines Balance with kami; nature as sacred
Daoism Yangsheng, daoyin, neidan Breathing, movement, alchemy Cultivation of qi; longevity & harmony
Native American Smudging, sweat lodge, healing dance Sage, fire, drum, visions Community plus herbal medicine
Bahá’í Prayer, meditation, “direct perception” Spiritual focus, inner consciousness Healing through faith and awareness
Final ThoughtsThese traditions emphasize holistic healing—integrating mind, body, emotion, spirit, and community.
Rituals like cleansing, prayer, physical endurance, and meditative practices are crafted to restore balance and meaning, not replace medical treatment.
Spiritual healing often provides psychological comfort, resilience, and communal support, enhancing overall well‑being.
Would you like to go even deeper into any specific tradition—like Shinto shrine rituals, Daoist alchemy, Sun Dance protocols, or Bahá’í spiritual therapy? Just mention it and I’ll expand!
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Shinto shrine rituals, Daoist alchemy, Sun Dance protocols, or Bahá’í spiritual therapy
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Here’s an in‑depth exploration of the four healing traditions you asked about—Shinto shrine rituals, Taoist Inner Alchemy (Neidan), the Plains‑Indian Sun Dance, and Bahá’í spiritual therapy—highlighting their beliefs, key rituals, and how they support healing.
1. Shinto Shrine Rituals (Japan)Shinto practices emphasize ritual purity and connection with kami (spirits/gods):
Temizu / Temizuya: Visitors rinse hands and mouth at a shrine fountain before worship to cleanse, using pure water as symbolic purification
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Harae: A purification ritual using water, salt, or a priest waving a haraigushi (white paper streamer) over people or objects to remove spiritual impurity before ceremonies
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Misogi: Full-body immersion (often under a waterfall or river) preceded by preparatory breathing, chanting, and salt cleansing to wash away sins or spiritual pollution
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Ōharae (Great Purification): A communal ritual held mid‑year and at year-end where people pass through a woven grass ring (chinowa) or burn hitogata dolls representing impurities, followed by prayers (norito) for renewal and health
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These rituals aim to cleanse mind and body, ensuring spiritual wellbeing and harmony with nature and kami.
2. Taoist Inner Alchemy (Neidan / 内丹)Taoist Neidan is a complex meditative and energetic cultivation system designed to refine the body's vital energies—Jing (essence), Qi (breath), Shen (spirit)—into an inner "elixir" (Jindan), promoting healing and longevity
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Stages of Alchemy:
Refine Jing into Qi (collecting essence in the lower dantian).
Transform Qi into Shen.
Merge Shen back into emptiness, producing the Golden Elixir—symbolizing unity with the Tao
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Practices include:
Daoyin: gentle movement or breathing exercises to direct energy flow and harmonize body and mind
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Meditation, visualization, and advanced energetic techniques under teacher guidance to avoid harm
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Reported benefits: enhanced vitality, emotional and mental clarity, prolonged health, spiritual insight, resilience, and sometimes mystical experiences of unity with Tao
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Neidan is traditionally taught by experienced masters; unsupervised attempts may risk energy imbalance or psychological stress
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3. Sun Dance Protocols (Plains Indian Tradition)The Sun Dance is a powerful community ceremony practiced by Plains tribes of North America, emphasizing sacrifice, prayer, and renewal
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Performed annually in late spring or early summer, the Sun Dance includes group preparation and spiritual vows for personal or communal healing.
Central structure: a large communal encampment and a central ceremonial pole symbolizing connection to the sun and divine.
Ritual elements may include:
Dancing without food or water for several days and nights.
Ritual piercings: skewers through chest or back with attached weights (e.g., buffalo skull) or tethered to the pole—performed by those pledging sacrifice for healing or spiritual empowerment
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Intended purpose: personal purification, physical and spiritual strength, tribal PRAYER for wellbeing and harmony with natural and spiritual forces.
4. Bahá’í Spiritual TherapyThe Bahá’í Faith encourages a balanced approach: spiritual healing through prayer complemented by medical care
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Spiritual Healing:
"Long Healing Prayer" (Lawḥ‑i‑Anṭa’l‑Kāfi): A powerful talismanic supplication by Bahá’u’lláh, invoking God's names and asking healing for every sick one; sometimes recited over homes or objects for protection and grace
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Other prayers (including "Thy Name is my healing...”) typical in devotional practice, meant to comfort and connect to divine mercy
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‘Abdu’l‑Bahá emphasized that prayer can heal both soul and body, and that spiritual healing should work alongside medical treatments as part of holistic care
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Daily Devotion & Discipline:
Obligatory and devotions include set prayers, meditative reflection, chanting "Alláh‑u‑Abhá" 95 times, and reading Scripture morning/evening.
Emphasis on always consulting physicians; spiritual healing is not a substitute, but a complement to scientific medicine
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Faith and Service:
Healing is seen as both personal supplication and communal support (prayers by others).
Testimonies include cases where individuals claim recovery from serious illness with combined prayer and medical treatment, viewed as a reflection of divine mercy and strengthened faith
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Bahá’í writings encourage active spiritual transformation, character development, and service as pathways to healing and growth
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Comparison TableTradition Central Practice Method of Healing Community + Spiritual Connection
Shinto Purification rites (water/salt) Cleanse impurity & prayer for wellness Shrine rituals, group rites of renewal
Daoist Neidan Inner Alchemy / Qi cultivation Refine body energies, prolong life Practice under masters in small groups
Sun Dance Sacrificial dance, fasting, piercing Personal sacrifice for communal blessing Tribe-wide ritual, mentors and pledges
Bahá’í Faith Prayer and Obligatory devotions Spiritual healing alongside medicine Devotional meetings, global and personal prayer
Final ThoughtsShinto emphasizes purity and harmony with kami through water and ritual.
Daoist Neidan pursues inner refinement—a deep meditative transformation for long-term wellness.
Sun Dance embodies physical sacrifice and community prayer for healing and renewal.
Bahá’í practices integrate devotional prayer and medical treatment, rooted in both spiritual trust and practical wellness.
Would you like a sample prayer, guided audio, or printable ritual instructions for any of these traditions? I can also help find online resources or local groups if you're interested.
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