إذا جاء القدر عمي البصر
idha ja'a al-qadar 'amiya al-basar
When fate comes, sight is blind.
Meaning
When destiny is at play, humans are powerless to see or change it.
Cultural Background
Used frequently in daily life to cope with small misfortunes. Often used in formal speeches to emphasize humility. Used with a sense of resignation. Often combined with references to 'Maktoub' (destiny).
Context is key
Only use this when the situation is truly beyond control.
Meaning
When destiny is at play, humans are powerless to see or change it.
Context is key
Only use this when the situation is truly beyond control.
Test Yourself
Fill in the missing word.
إذا جاء القدر عمي ____.
The proverb uses 'Basar' (sight).
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Practice Bank
1 exercisesإذا جاء القدر عمي ____.
The proverb uses 'Basar' (sight).
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Frequently Asked Questions
1 questionsIt is cultural and philosophical, though it aligns with religious views of destiny.
Related Phrases
ما قدر الله سيكون
synonymWhat God has decreed will be.
