QUESTION
Assalamualaikum. I urgently seek help regarding this issue. A split has occurred within the Tablighi Jamaat between the followers of Maulana Saad and the Aalami Shura. Some scholars in India have stated that certain statements and rulings issued by Maulana Saad contradict Islamic law. Do I need to leave the group of Maulana Saad and move to the Aalami Shura? JazakAllah.
ANSWER
Waalaikumussalam warahmatullahi wabarakatuh.
In principle, it is prohibited to follow anyone who violates Islamic law. If it is true that the senior leadership of the Tablighi Jamaat has issued rulings that contradict Islamic law, then those rulings or views are forbidden to be followed. Any decision to be made must be based on knowledge and thorough inquiry with those who have accurate information. If one is convinced that the Aalami Shura is the faction of the Tablighi Jamaat that remains on the correct path, and it is proven that Maulana Saad has issued rulings that contradict Islamic law, then moving to the Aalami Shura is the best choice.
However, such an issue must first be thoroughly investigated so that no party is wronged.
And Allah knows best. Thank you.
Year of Question: 2025
Reference: https://emusykil.muftiselangor.gov.my/index.php/b?id=6453
