Question

What does “fihi maqal” refer to/mean regarding a narrator?

 

Answer

This term is used to portray weakness in a narrator. It is generally the lightest form of weakness.

(Refer: Fathul Mughith, vol. 2, pg. 293, Tadribur Rawi, vol. 4, pg. 193)

 

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Answered by: Mawlana Suhail Motala

Approved by: Mawlana Muhammad Abasoomar

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