Question

Is it true that Imam ibn Qayyim Al Jawziyyah has mentioned in Zadul Ma’ad, chapter of Tibbun Nabawi that ants were used in the treatment of vitiligo [A skin disease]?

 

Answer

Imam ibn Qayyim Al Jawziyyah (rahimahullah) has suggested certain treatments for vitiligo. Among them: Onion seeds, garlic mixed with a honey paste, black seed with vinegar, cress blended with vinegar

(Zadul Ma’ad, vol. 4 pgs. 266, 271, 274, 276, 283, 370)

 

I have not come across mention of ants being used as a treatment.

 

And Allah Ta’ala Knows best.

 

Answered by: Moulana Suhail Motala

 

Approved by: Moulana Muhammad Abasoomar,

As a rule, one should always consult a qualified Herbalist in matters like these, as they would know the methods, and doses that are suited to each individual.

 

Checked by: Moulana Haroon Abasoomar