Is it a prerequisite for a mufti to pass away before another person can get the title of mufti?
Question
In order to become a mufti or aalim, must one aalim or mufti teacher must die in order to pass the title for one to become one and give a fatwa?
Answer
This is not a prerequisite.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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