09-17-2008, 12:08 PM
Asalaamu alikum
I didnt think you are rambling brother Dan, and yes, I understand your point. However, I was trying to address how do we arrive at 'evidence' once we find nothing from Quran or Sunnah. That's why I was asking about the process, I mean are there guidelines that must be used to arrive at the final conclusion. Jazak Allah khairn sister Radiyah for the information. It brings me to my second question:
Does the body of scholars one is consulting vary by location? For example: if I want to know about buying meat from the local supermarket, or buying a home with mortgage, and I live in the USA, I should ask a scholar in the USA, or it will be the same to ask from any other place overseas or whatever?
And to be more specific what actually classifies one as a scholar? I think alot of people understand any Sheikh to be a scholar. Is it correct, or there should be formal training?
I know its alot of questions and we are all busy, I can be patient insha Allah. Jazak Allah khairn to all for your help.