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FATWA MENGENAI YAQAZAH DAN DAKWAAN SEBAGAI WALI
What is the ruling and proper attitude towards yaqazah and claims of being a saint (wali)?
Short answer
Most scholars agree that yaqazah can happen to anyone chosen by Allah as a bestowed gift, including karamah and ma'unah.
A reference, not a fatwa. First sentence of the summary below — read the original fatwa and consult your state authority before acting.
- Authority
- Kedah State Mufti Department
- Status
- Opinion (irsyad)
- Series
- Irsyad Al-Fatwa
- Topic
- Creed (Aqidah)
No evidence of gazettement in the source — this is not a gazetted fatwa.
Summary
Most scholars agree that yaqazah can happen to anyone chosen by Allah as a bestowed gift, including karamah and ma'unah. Society should nonetheless be cautious of individuals claiming to see the Prophet in yaqazah, as this may cause slander and negative interpretations. A person who experiences it is required to keep it concealed and not tell others. The committee recommends a detailed investigation before any action is taken on such claims.
Written in our own words from the original fatwa — check the source before acting on it.
Seseorang yang menerima yaqazah adal ah dituntut supaya menyembunyikan perkara tersebut tanpa menghibahkan kepada orang lain kerana dibimbangi akan berlaku perkara-perkara yang tidak baik.
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How to cite
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Kedah State Mufti Department. “FATWA MENGENAI YAQAZAH DAN DAKWAAN SEBAGAI WALI”, date not stated. https://ifatwa.kedah.gov.my/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/13-FATWA-MENGENAI-YAQAZAH-DAN-DAKWAAN-SEBAGAI-WALI.pdf. Found via Rujuk Fatwa: https://rujukfatwa.com/en/fatwa/ruling-on-yaqazah-and-claims-of-sainthood/