The text cites hallā Zaydan in a context where striking was previously mentioned. An omitted ḍarabta is recovered grammatically; the example is descriptive, not an endorsement of harm.
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Exhortative Particles: Urging, Reproach and Two Uses of Lawlā
The text cites hallā Zaydan in a context where striking was previously mentioned. An omitted ḍarabta is recovered grammatically; the example is descriptive, not an endorsement of harm.