Is saying, "Your hand is with us, O Lord," before doing something, with the intention of seeking blessings and remembering God, forbidden and considered audacious towards God?
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The meaning of the supplication "The hand of Allah is above your hand" is correct; it is a request for help, blessings, protection, and care from Allah. Similar to it is the supplication of Imam Ahmad for Baqi ibn Makhlad: "May Allah elevate you to well-being, and wipe away [your ailment] with His healing right hand." Nevertheless, it is preferable to adhere to the reported supplications.
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