What is the evil eye (Ayn)?
Category: Evil Eye
Answer
The evil eye is a real spiritual affliction caused when one person looks at another with admiration, jealousy, or envy — sometimes unknowingly. The Prophet ﷺ said: 'The evil eye is real, and if anything were to overtake the divine decree, it would be the evil eye.' (Muslim) It can affect health, wealth, beauty, and success.