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Aqeedah The Majlis Vol 25 No 03, p.5

What are the meanings of Ilhaam, Waswasah, Kashf, Karaamat and Istidraaj?

Question

What are the meanings of Ilhaam, Waswasah, Kashf, Karaamat and Istidraaj?

Answer

Ilhaam: It is an inspiration from Allah Ta'ala into the heart of the Wali.

Waswasah: It is a shaitaani whisper into the heart.

Kashf: It is the same as Ilhaam. However, there is greater clarity in Kashf than in Ilhaam.

Karaamat: It is a miracle displayed by a Wali of Allah Ta'ala.

Istidraaj: It is a miracle displayed by a faasiq or a kaafir. It is a shaitaani demonstration.

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