Combining trust in Allah with taking practical means

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Etiquette of Doctor and Patient

Combining trust in Allah with taking practical means

A Bedouin asked the Prophet (SAW): "Should I tie my camel and trust in Allah, or leave her untied and trust in Allah?" He replied: "Tie her, and trust in Allah."

Reference: Jami' al-Tirmidhi, graded Hasan, on the authority of Anas ibn Malik (RA)

Explanation

Seeking medical treatment is shown here as fully compatible with, and even required alongside, trust in Allah's decree.

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