Bedeutung
Expressing acceptance of one's fate or destiny, showing contentment with divine decree.
Kultureller Hintergrund
In the Levant, this phrase is often followed by 'الحمد لله الذي لا يُحمد على مكروه سواه' (Praise be to God, to whom alone praise is due for misfortunes). It adds a layer of deep piety. Egyptians often use the word 'Nasib' (Share/Destiny) alongside this phrase. They might say 'ده نصيبي وأنا راضي بيه' (This is my share and I am content with it). In the Gulf, the phrase is used very frequently in formal tribal and family gatherings to show stoicism. It is a key part of the 'Majlis' etiquette when discussing hardships. There is a strong emphasis on 'Maktub' (It is written). The phrase is often used to close a discussion about a problem, signaling that no more complaining is allowed.
Gender Matters
If you are a woman, always use 'Radiya' (راضية). If you are a man, use 'Radin' (راضٍ). This is a very common mistake for B1 learners.
The 'Alhamdulillah' Sandwich
For maximum naturalness, start with 'Alhamdulillah' and end with 'Radin bi-qada' Allah'. It sounds very authentic.
Bedeutung
Expressing acceptance of one's fate or destiny, showing contentment with divine decree.
Gender Matters
If you are a woman, always use 'Radiya' (راضية). If you are a man, use 'Radin' (راضٍ). This is a very common mistake for B1 learners.
The 'Alhamdulillah' Sandwich
For maximum naturalness, start with 'Alhamdulillah' and end with 'Radin bi-qada' Allah'. It sounds very authentic.
Don't Sound Robotic
Use this phrase with a calm, sincere tone. If said too quickly or loudly, it can lose its spiritual meaning.
Teste dich selbst
Fill in the blank with the correct form of the word (Radin/Radiya).
بعد أن خسر التاجر كل بضاعته، قال: أنا ____ بقضاء الله.
The speaker is a male merchant (singular), and the word is in the nominative indefinite form, so the 'ya' is dropped.
Which situation is the most appropriate for using this phrase?
متى نقول 'أنا راضٍ بقضاء الله'؟
The phrase is most commonly and appropriately used during times of significant loss or hardship.
Complete the dialogue with the most culturally appropriate response.
أحمد: 'سمعتُ أنك لم تحصل على المنحة الدراسية، أنا حزين لأجلك.' سارة: '_________________، لعل في ذلك خيراً.'
Sarah is a female, so 'Radiya' is correct, and the phrase fits the context of accepting a setback with faith.
Match the phrase variation to its context.
Match: 1. راضٍ بقضاء الله وقدره | 2. الحمد لله على كل حال | 3. قدر الله وما شاء فعل
The full version is formal, 'Alhamdulillah' is general, and 'Qaddara Allah' is for specific failed plans.
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Aufgabensammlung
4 Aufgabenبعد أن خسر التاجر كل بضاعته، قال: أنا ____ بقضاء الله.
The speaker is a male merchant (singular), and the word is in the nominative indefinite form, so the 'ya' is dropped.
متى نقول 'أنا راضٍ بقضاء الله'؟
The phrase is most commonly and appropriately used during times of significant loss or hardship.
أحمد: 'سمعتُ أنك لم تحصل على المنحة الدراسية، أنا حزين لأجلك.' سارة: '_________________، لعل في ذلك خيراً.'
Sarah is a female, so 'Radiya' is correct, and the phrase fits the context of accepting a setback with faith.
Match: 1. راضٍ بقضاء الله وقدره | 2. الحمد لله على كل حال | 3. قدر الله وما شاء فعل
The full version is formal, 'Alhamdulillah' is general, and 'Qaddara Allah' is for specific failed plans.
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Häufig gestellte Fragen
5 FragenYes, Arab Christians and even secular individuals use it as a cultural expression of acceptance. It is more about the Arabic language and culture than just religion.
It's similar in meaning, but 'Radin bi-qada' Allah' is much more positive and spiritual. It implies that there is a good reason for what happened, even if you don't see it yet.
This is due to a grammar rule for 'defective' nouns. When the word is indefinite and in the nominative case, the final 'y' is dropped and replaced with a double vowel (tanween).
No. In Arabic culture, you are expected to try your best (Al-S'ay), but once something has happened that you cannot change, you use this phrase to find peace.
No, it is specifically for accepting things that are difficult or unwanted. For good news, use 'Alhamdulillah' or 'Mashallah'.
Verwandte Redewendungen
الحمد لله
similarPraise be to God.
قدر الله وما شاء فعل
builds onGod has decreed and what He willed He has done.
إنا لله وإنا إليه راجعون
specialized formTo God we belong and to Him we return.
لا حول ولا قوة إلا بالله
similarThere is no power or strength except with God.
