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fatwa (n)

a ruling on a point of Islamic law that is given by a recognized authority

fatwa Sentence Examples

  1. The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia issued a fatwa forbidding Muslims from playing Pokemon Go.
  2. The fatwa issued against Salman Rushdie for his book "The Satanic Verses" caused an international uproar.
  3. The Iranian government issued a fatwa against American novelist Salman Rushdie in 1989, calling for his death.
  4. The fatwa against Salman Rushdie was eventually lifted in 1998, but the threat of violence against him remains.
  5. The fatwa issued by Ayatollah Khomeini had a profound impact on Rushdie's life, forcing him to live in hiding for many years.
  6. The term fatwa refers to a non-binding legal opinion issued by an Islamic authority on a particular issue.
  7. Fatwas are often used to address controversial or complex issues and can carry significant weight in Muslim communities.
  8. While fatwas are not legally binding, they can be influential in shaping public opinion and behavior.
  9. Fatwas can be used to promote peace and understanding or to incite violence and hatred.
  10. The impact of a fatwa can vary depending on the authority issuing it, the issue being addressed, and the broader social and political context.

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a ruling on a point of Islamic law that is given by a recognized authority

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The Grand Mufti of Saudi Arabia issued a fatwa forbidding Muslims from playing Pokemon Go.

The fatwa issued against Salman Rushdie for his book "The Satanic Verses" caused an international uproar.

The Iranian government issued a fatwa against American novelist Salman Rushdie in 1989, calling for his death.

The fatwa against Salman Rushdie was eventually lifted in 1998, but the threat of violence against him remains.