Feb 26, 2009 09:10
15 yrs ago
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Arabic term

استعن بالله

Arabic to English Other Idioms / Maxims / Sayings دين / الأحاديث النبوية
قال رسول الله صلى الله عليه و سلم يوصي ابن عباس: "...إذا سألت فاسأل الله و إذا استعنت فاستعن بالله و اعلم أن الأمة لو اجتمعت على أن ينفعوك بشيء لم ينفعوك إلا بشيء قد كتبه الله لك...إلى آخر الحديث

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Seek the help/support/ assistance of Allah

Seek the help/support/ assistance of Allah

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Note added at 8 mins (2009-02-26 09:19:06 GMT)
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In this context, I suggest, "You should seek the help (support, assistance) of none but Allah."
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5 mins

If you ask, ask of Allah

Young man, I shall teach you some words [of advice] : Be mindful of Allah, and Allah will protect you. Be mindful of Allah, and you will find Him in front of you. If you ask, ask of Allah; if you seek help, seek help of Allah.....
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26 mins

seek help only from Allah

seek help only from Allah
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9 hrs

ask for the help of Allah/get help from Allah

ask for the help of Allah/get help from Allah
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12 hrs

resort to God

resort to God
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