Taking Means and Reliance upon Allah.
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Question:
Regarding taking means; does it contradict reliance upon Allah?
Answer:
Answer: Allah commanded reliance upon Him and commanded taking means. If there had been a contradiction between them, Allah (Exalted and Majestic is He) would not have commanded both. The Messenger used to take means, even though he was the greatest of those who rely upon Allah. He (peace and blessings be upon him) would wear iron armor to protect him from weapons. He (peace and blessings be upon him) would send scouts to observe the condition of the enemy. And he (peace and blessings be upon him) would take beneficial means in wars and other matters.
Regarding taking means; does it contradict reliance upon Allah?
Answer:
Answer: Allah commanded reliance upon Him and commanded taking means. If there had been a contradiction between them, Allah (Exalted and Majestic is He) would not have commanded both. The Messenger used to take means, even though he was the greatest of those who rely upon Allah. He (peace and blessings be upon him) would wear iron armor to protect him from weapons. He (peace and blessings be upon him) would send scouts to observe the condition of the enemy. And he (peace and blessings be upon him) would take beneficial means in wars and other matters.
Source
www.alfawzan.af.org.sa
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