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when you encounter a host (in battle), then stand firm, and remember Allah much, that you may be prosperous.”*** Now that Allah (s.w.t,) has commanded the Muslims to be steadfast in the battlefield, He says: “O you who have Faith! when you encounter a host (in battle), then stand firm...” That is, whenever you face with a group of infidels in war, stand firm for fighting against them, and do not escape. And, it is evident that believers generally do not fight save against hostile infidels.

Then the holy verse implies that, at the time of war, Muslims should seek help from Allah, the Mighty, so that not only they become victorious and successful in the present world but also they become prosperous in the coming world.

“And obey Allah and His Messenger, and do not dispute, for you will become dishearted and your power will depart; and be patient, verily Allah is with the patient.”*** Believers should obey Allah and His Messenger, and when they encounter their enemy, they should be united and avoid disputing. Otherwise, they may fear and lose their hearts, and begin fighting while their courage and power vanish.

The verse says: “And obey Allah and His Messenger, and do not dispute, for you will become dishearted and your power will depart...” Some commentators have said that they may lose victory and government as a result of it. The Arabic term /rih/, mentioned here, is a hint to progression, influence, and reaching the aim. Some other commentators have said that if Muslims show discord with each other, they will not find the breeze of triumph upon their lives.

Thus, they should be patient in the war against the enemy, since Allah is with the patient ones.