What are the qualities and etiquette that a person seeking a fatwa (al-mustafti) should observe?

Summary

A mustafti is someone who has not reached the rank of a mufti and asks about Islamic rulings, following the mufti through taqlid. He must ask about matters whose ruling he does not know and should verify the qualifications of the person he asks. The etiquette mentioned includes honouring the mufti, asking in clear language and directly to the point, attending personally when the matter requires it such as cases of divorce, being ready to accept the ruling even if it differs from personal desire, being truthful, and not asking excessive questions that cause hardship.

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