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What is the difference between a fatwa and a general ruling?
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A general ruling states the established law; a fatwa applies it to one person's concrete circumstances after questioning them. That is why answers here explain the general position and refer personal cases to a qualified scholar.
Source: Uṣūl al-fiqh tradition
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These are general explanations, not a fatwa. For your personal situation ask a qualified scholar you trust.
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