{"_id":"668da0a20b76658b4c233c8b","title":"Should Muslims only follow one school of law (madhab)?","question":"What is the ruling on following only one school of law or following ahkams from different ones?","answer":"The fundamental requirement is to adhere to a Sunni school of law (madhhab), which can be any of the four recognized schools. It is not obligatory to strictly adhere to one school at all times for every matter. Individuals have the flexibility to switch between schools or follow one school for certain matters and another for others. The preferred approach is to select one school and consistently follow its rulings in all matters. However, if there arises a need for a more lenient ruling from a different school, one may adopt it in that particular instance. It is important to avoid mixing rulings from two or more schools on the same issue, as this may lead to contradictions. If you are not a scholar, refrain from seeking rulings independently. Instead, if you encounter a challenging situation and are unsure of the correct approach, seek guidance from a knowledgeable scholar.","tags":[{"_id":"668d9ff90b76658b4c232aa0","tag":"Knowledge: Madhabs","count":65}],"createdOn":"2024-07-09T20:42:10.997Z"}