What is the ruling on saying "God refuses that I be arrogant towards you," and is it permissible to apply the phrase "God refuses" to the actions of humans by analogy with the noble verse: (But God refuses except to perfect His light)?
The expression "it cannot be" is impermissible if its meaning implies something is impossible for Allah. However, if the speaker only means that this matter should not occur, then let him say: "I seek refuge in Allah from being arrogant."
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