Significado
It is best to do good deeds or acts of kindness promptly without delay.
Contexto cultural
The concept of 'Birr' is one of the highest moral categories in Islam, mentioned frequently in the Quran to describe the behavior of the righteous. In the Levant, this phrase is often used during 'Sulha' (traditional reconciliation ceremonies) to urge parties to forgive each other quickly. Used frequently in the context of 'Faza'a' (rushing to help someone in need). It validates the cultural hero who acts without being asked twice. Egyptians might use it with a touch of humor to nudge someone who is being slow with a favor, often followed by a smile.
The 'Yalla' Boost
In daily life, start with 'Yalla' (يلا) to make the proverb sound more natural and less like a textbook quote.
Not for Business
Avoid using this to rush a business contract or a technical project; it might sound unprofessional or suspicious.
Significado
It is best to do good deeds or acts of kindness promptly without delay.
The 'Yalla' Boost
In daily life, start with 'Yalla' (يلا) to make the proverb sound more natural and less like a textbook quote.
Not for Business
Avoid using this to rush a business contract or a technical project; it might sound unprofessional or suspicious.
Elder Respect
Using this phrase when an elder asks for a favor shows you have high 'Adab' (etiquette).
Ponte a prueba
Complete the proverb with the correct word.
خير البرّ _______.
The canonical form uses 'عاجله' (its quickest).
Which situation best fits the proverb 'خير البر عاجله'?
Situations: 1. Driving fast to work. 2. Paying a worker immediately. 3. Studying for an exam at the last minute.
Paying a worker is an act of 'Birr' (righteousness/fairness), and doing it quickly is a virtue.
Choose the best response for Speaker B.
Speaker A: 'سأقوم بزيارة المريض الأسبوع القادم.' Speaker B: '_________________'
Visiting the sick is a good deed, so encouraging speed fits the proverb.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Ayudas visuales
Banco de ejercicios
3 ejerciciosخير البرّ _______.
The canonical form uses 'عاجله' (its quickest).
Situations: 1. Driving fast to work. 2. Paying a worker immediately. 3. Studying for an exam at the last minute.
Paying a worker is an act of 'Birr' (righteousness/fairness), and doing it quickly is a virtue.
Speaker A: 'سأقوم بزيارة المريض الأسبوع القادم.' Speaker B: '_________________'
Visiting the sick is a good deed, so encouraging speed fits the proverb.
🎉 Puntuación: /3
Preguntas frecuentes
5 preguntasNo, it is a proverb (Mathal), though its meaning is supported by many Quranic verses about racing toward good deeds.
Not really. Homework is a duty for yourself. Use it when you are doing something for others.
The opposite concept is 'Taswif' (procrastination) or saying 'Sawfa' (I will do it later).
Yes, while it is Fusha, it is a 'universal' proverb known from Morocco to Iraq.
The '-hu' means 'its'. So it means 'The best of goodness is ITS quickness'.
Frases relacionadas
العجلة من الشيطان
contrastHaste is from the devil.
في التأني السلامة
contrastIn slowness/caution there is safety.
الدال على الخير كفاعله
similarThe one who points to good is like the one who does it.
سابقوا إلى الخيرات
builds onRace toward good deeds.
