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مفتی
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A mufti (; , ) is an Islamic jurist qualified to issue a nonbinding opinion (fatwa) on a point of Islamic law (sharia). The act of issuing fatwas is called iftāʾ. Muftis and their fatāwa have played an important role throughout Islamic history, taking on new roles in the modern era.
A mufti is an Islamic legal expert who issues fatwas, which are nonbinding religious opinions that help people understand Islamic law and practice. Muftis have been important figures throughout Islamic history and continue to play significant roles in modern times, helping guide believers on religious and legal matters.
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- Occupation.name
- Mufti
- Occupation.type
- Profession, vocation
- Occupation.activity_sector
- Islamic studies
- Occupation.competencies
- Verbal reasoning, knowledge of Islamic law, knowledge of Classical Arabic
- Occupation.formation
- an Ijazah or University degree
- Occupation.employment_field
- Religious leadership
- Occupation.related_occupation
- Imam, qadi, marja'
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- Instance of
- academic degree
- Subclass of
- legal counselor
- Religion
- Islam
- Image
- Gérôme - Mufti Reading in His Prayer Stool.jpg
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- described by source
- New International Encyclopedia
- topic's main category
- Category:Muftis
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- Muftis
- female form of label
- Mufti
- male form of label
- Mufti
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