Explore Arabic traditional proverbsReviewed 2026-10-28
Meaning: Verified- English translation
It all comes down to habit, devotion included.
- Literal wording
Everything is habit, even worship.
- Meaning and lesson
The saying asserts that habit holds a powerful sway over people, shaping what they do across every part of life. Whatever someone does, the proverb suggests, is to a large degree a matter of custom and repetition.
By naming worship as its closing example, the saying stretches the reach of habit even into a domain usually treated as especially serious, which underlines how far that influence extends.
- When it is used
Used when remarking on how strongly habit governs people's behavior. Because it mentions worship, choose the setting with care so it is not heard as mocking anyone's faith.
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