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How can a poor young man acquire money without having to ask people?

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Piety, abundant seeking of forgiveness (istighfar), supplication (du'a), and steadfastness are among the most important means of sustenance, as Allah Almighty says: "And I said, 'Ask forgiveness of your Lord. Indeed, He is ever Forgiving. He will send [rain from] the sky upon you in [copious] showers and give you increase in wealth and sons and make for you gardens and make for you rivers.'" (Quran 71:10-12) And His saying, "And whoever fears Allah – He will make for him a way out and provide for him from where he does not expect." (Quran 65:2-3). It is also recommended to recite the supplication narrated from the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him: "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from disbelief, poverty, and the torment of the grave. There is no god but You," and "O Allah, I seek refuge in You from disbelief and poverty... Settle our debts and enrich us from poverty." In addition to this, it is advised to strive for work and take the means to earn sustenance.

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