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Is it permissible to say: (Strive, O عبد [servant of God], and I will strive with you)?

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The saying is not a Hadith, and its meaning may be sound, but the phrase: "and I strive with you" suggests that Allah strives with the servant, which is incorrect. Allah assists the servant, grants them success, and facilitates for them what He created them for. Therefore, it is preferable to abandon it and use phrases such as: "Seek Allah's help and do not lose heart" and "Tie your camel and then trust in Allah."

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