What is the ruling on acquiring sacred knowledge from scholars who have doctrinal deviations or belong to groups such as the Sufis and Ash'aris, while avoiding their deviations? And is it correct to say that it is impermissible to learn from them for fear of not being able to distinguish between truth and falsehood?
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If it is possible to discern the errors, there is no harm in learning from them and taking what is true. However, if sufficient knowledge is available from a Sunni scholar, then that is more appropriate and better for repelling doubts from the heart.
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