The validity of the phrase: "Praise be to Allah for long lifespans"
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Question:
Honorable Shaykh, this questioner says: What is the validity of this saying, “Praise be to Allah for long lifespans and frequent travel to the historical sites”?
Answer:
It is a simple matter in this case. This is praise and gratitude. One praises Allah for a long life, and praises Him for enabling a person to travel. They say “frequent travel to the historical sites,” and there is no harm in that, if Allah wills.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you
Honorable Shaykh, this questioner says: What is the validity of this saying, “Praise be to Allah for long lifespans and frequent travel to the historical sites”?
Answer:
It is a simple matter in this case. This is praise and gratitude. One praises Allah for a long life, and praises Him for enabling a person to travel. They say “frequent travel to the historical sites,” and there is no harm in that, if Allah wills.
The presenter:
May Allah reward you
Source
75-اللقاء الأسبوعي مع الشيخ صالح الفوزان - 29 — archive.org (1:03:55)
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