Statement: Allah has tested me with these children
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Question:
Some people, Shaykh Salih, say, “Allah has afflicted me with this matter,” as if they were saying, “Allah has afflicted me with these undutiful children.” Is this expression correct, Shaykh?
Answer:
Yes, it may be correct if it matches reality, in which case it is correct. He should ask Allah to rectify his condition and to rectify his children. Saying “Allah has afflicted me” does not benefit him in any way. Rather, he should ask Allah to relieve his distress, remove his hardship, and fulfill his need. Yes.
Some people, Shaykh Salih, say, “Allah has afflicted me with this matter,” as if they were saying, “Allah has afflicted me with these undutiful children.” Is this expression correct, Shaykh?
Answer:
Yes, it may be correct if it matches reality, in which case it is correct. He should ask Allah to rectify his condition and to rectify his children. Saying “Allah has afflicted me” does not benefit him in any way. Rather, he should ask Allah to relieve his distress, remove his hardship, and fulfill his need. Yes.
Source
قناة «مؤسسة الدعوة الخيرية»، فتاوى على الهواء - صالح بن فوزان الفوزان 07-08-1438هـ — youtube.com (35:13)
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