When we hear bad speech regarding something we intend to carry out, Shari’ah then commands us to not pay any attention towards it and continue with our tasks as normal.^[1]

Difference between a good and bad omen

Dear Islamic brothers, there are many differences between good and bad omens. Believing in and following bad omens is prohibited in Islam, whereas taking good omens is recommended.

Taking good omens is the way of the Prophet  صَلَّى الـلّٰـهُ عَلَيْهِ وَاٰلِهٖ وَسَلَّم , whereas taking bad omens is the way of non-Muslims.

Taking good omens increases a person’s hope in the mercy and bounty of Allah, whereas believing in bad omens creates despair and hopelessness.

Good omens give peace of mind and happiness, which is necessary for any task to be successful. Following bad omens creates unnecessary worry and uncertainty.

Good omens lead to success and advancement. Acting upon bad omens leads to despair, laziness and negligence.

It is mentioned in Mirāt al-Manājīh: It is sunnah to take good omens; this increases a person in their hope of Allah. It is prohibited to take bad omens, as this makes a person lose hope in Allah instead. Being hopeful is good and despairing is bad. We should always remain constantly hopeful in Allah.^[2]

Believing in bad omens is an old custom of the polytheists