Religion Idioms

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rake over the coals

Meaning: to give someone a hard time for a mistake they supposedly did

Example: My classmate Lily forgot to do her math homework as she had a function to attend in her family. The teacher raked her over the coals for that. Read more ➺


see the light

Meaning: realise or understand something

Example: After my terrible grade in mathematics I saw the light and started working harder. Read more ➺


God helps those who help themselves

Meaning: Success is more likely when a person takes initiative instead of waiting for help.

Example: He stopped making excuses and started working harder, believing that God helps those who help themselves. Read more ➺


third time’s a charm

Meaning: to say that when a person tries to do something, it works out at the third attempt

Example: The fellow finally managed to pass his exam. As they say, third time's a charm. Read more ➺


beyond the veil

Meaning: Refers to the realm or state after death; the afterlife.

Example: After his passing, many believed he had gone beyond the veil to reunite with loved ones. Read more ➺


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