Following the spread of extremist groups and takfiri fatwas, and the differing understanding of jihad, which of the scholars should a Muslim follow: the Four Schools of Thought, or the Salafis who claim to be the Saved Sect, or should one adhere to the Sharia as enforced by the state?
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One must obey Allah, His Messenger, and the righteous scholars. During times of tribulation, a Muslim should seek a from someone he trusts will rule according to the Shari'ah of Allah and His Messenger. He is not obligated to adhere to a specific . Obedience to rulers is restricted to what is good and permissible; it is not permissible in matters of bid'ah (innovation) or sin, for the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said: "There is no obedience to a creature in defiance of the Creator," and "Obedience is only in what is good."
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