How Fatwa Is Issued?

Fatwa, in Islam, a formal ruling or interpretation on a point of Islamic law given by a qualified legal scholar (known as a mufti). Fatwas are usually issued in response to questions from individuals or Islamic courts.

What is an example of a fatwa?

In September 1951, the mufti of Egypt issued a fatwa stating that both Coca-Cola and Pepsi-Cola were permissible for Muslims to drink. ... Another example of a fatwā is forbidding the smoking of cigarettes by Muslims.

Is a fatwa a death sentence?

(CNN) -- A "fatwa," or legal ruling under Islamic law, might offer an opinion on dietary guidelines or on a style of worship. In rarer cases, however, a fatwa may call for death.