Fiqh and rulings
What does Fatwa mean?
فَتْوَى
Fatwa
A scholar's answer to a question about Islamic law.
Fatwa explained
A fatwa is a non-binding legal opinion given by a mufti to someone who asks. It depends on the situation of the asker, which is why a fatwa for one person may not fit another.
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Questions about Fatwa
What does Fatwa mean?
Fatwa (فَتْوَى, Fatwa) means: A scholar's answer to a question about Islamic law.
How is Fatwa written and pronounced in Arabic?
It is written فَتْوَى and pronounced Fatwa.
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