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خير البر عاجله

khayr al-birr 'ajiluh

The best charity is the prompt one.

意味

It is best to do good deeds or acts of kindness promptly without delay.

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文化的背景

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.

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The 'Yalla' Boost

In daily life, start with 'Yalla' (يلا) to make the proverb sound more natural and less like a textbook quote.

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Not for Business

Avoid using this to rush a business contract or a technical project; it might sound unprofessional or suspicious.

意味

It is best to do good deeds or acts of kindness promptly without delay.

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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.

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Elder Respect

Using this phrase when an elder asks for a favor shows you have high 'Adab' (etiquette).

自分をテスト

Complete the proverb with the correct word.

خير البرّ _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: عاجله

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.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: 2

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: '_________________'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: زرْه اليوم، فخير البر عاجله.

Visiting the sick is a good deed, so encouraging speed fits the proverb.

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3 問題
Complete the proverb with the correct word. Fill Blank A2

خير البرّ _______.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: عاجله

The canonical form uses 'عاجله' (its quickest).

Which situation best fits the proverb 'خير البر عاجله'? situation_matching B1

Situations: 1. Driving fast to work. 2. Paying a worker immediately. 3. Studying for an exam at the last minute.

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: 2

Paying a worker is an act of 'Birr' (righteousness/fairness), and doing it quickly is a virtue.

Choose the best response for Speaker B. dialogue_completion B2

Speaker A: 'سأقوم بزيارة المريض الأسبوع القادم.' Speaker B: '_________________'

✓ 正解! ✗ おしい! 正解: زرْه اليوم، فخير البر عاجله.

Visiting the sick is a good deed, so encouraging speed fits the proverb.

🎉 スコア: /3

よくある質問

5 問

No, 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'.

関連フレーズ

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العجلة من الشيطان

contrast

Haste is from the devil.

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في التأني السلامة

contrast

In slowness/caution there is safety.

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الدال على الخير كفاعله

similar

The one who points to good is like the one who does it.

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سابقوا إلى الخيرات

builds on

Race toward good deeds.

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