Is it true that Moses (peace be upon him) asked his Lord: "Is not healing from You?" And He replied: "Yes." Then Moses asked: "So what is the work of doctors?" And Allah replied: "They earn their livelihoods and comfort the souls of the sick until My healing or My decree comes"?

The statement attributed to Moses (peace be upon him) in some books, such as "Ihya' 'Ulum al-Din," which suggests that the work of physicians is limited to earning their livelihoods and comforting people until Allah's healing or decree arrives, is a weak and inauthentic narration. This saying contradicts reality and authentic hadiths that command seeking treatment. Seeking treatment is desirable and permissible; it is a form of taking means that does not contradict reliance on Allah. The work of physicians is not limited to what was mentioned; rather, they employ the means of healing that Allah has made effective by His decree. Healing is from Allah alone, and He has established means for it, including seeking treatment.