Lā ḥawla concerns the power of movement or turning from one state to another, while lā quwwata denies independent strength and capacity.
Both refraining from sin and remaining steadfast in worship require Allah's assistance. The servant is commanded to avoid disobedience and perform worship; effort remains meaningful but is not self-sufficient.
Human choice and dependence on Allah for the realization of deeds must be affirmed together.
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Human Ability and Acts, Divine Will and Decree, and Pleasure and Anger
Lā ḥawla concerns the power of movement or turning from one state to another, while lā quwwata denies independent strength and capacity.
Both refraining from sin and remaining steadfast in worship require Allah's assistance. The servant is commanded to avoid disobedience and perform worship; effort remains meaningful but is not self-sufficient.
Human choice and dependence on Allah for the realization of deeds must be affirmed together.