Referring to more qualified scholars when uncertain

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Etiquette of Fatwa & Seeking Guidance

Referring to more qualified scholars when uncertain

"So ask the people of knowledge if you do not know."

Reference: Qur'an, Surah An-Nahl 16:43

Explanation

This verse establishes deferring to genuine expertise as the correct response to uncertainty, rather than guessing.

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Related Results

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