In our weekly review of the book, "The Islamic Etiquettes of Using the Telephone", we next today review Chapter 15 of the book.

Past review here

The chapter discusses the appropriate manners and conduct for someone seeking a fatwa from a mufti, emphasizing the importance of concise and respectful communication. However, it also warns against potential pitfalls such as asking questions to test the mufti's knowledge or affiliations, showing differing opinions between muftis, calling multiple muftis to seek a concession, calling at an inappropriate time, and recording or distributing the conversation without consent. These actions are deemed ill-mannered and disrespectful towards the mufti.

It emphasizes the importance of showing respect and courtesy towards the mufti and avoiding behavior that may be disrespectful or inappropriate.

Some of the key lessons from the chapter include:

- When seeking a fatwa, it is important to use proper manners and avoid unnecessary long greetings.
- It is important to beware of potential pitfalls such as asking questions designed to test the mufti's knowledge or to assert an affiliation.
- Seeking multiple fatwas in order to find a favorable ruling is not appropriate.
- It is important to be respectful of the mufti's time and to call at an appropriate time.
- Recording and distributing a conversation without the mufti's consent is considered cheating and is not acceptable.

Overall, the chapter emphasizes the importance of seeking knowledge in a respectful and appropriate manner, and avoiding behavior that may be disrespectful or inappropriate.