If a jurisprudent happens to make a mistake in his...

If a jurisprudent happens to make a mistake in his conclusion he will be eligible for only one wage.”! [1] As though religion has not drawn any framework or formula for jurisprudents’ conclusions. [2] Therefore in every case a view of an individual is respected and valid. It cannot be viewed as real difference. It is enough for one to be sincere in jurisprudence. He will be a subject to the formula. It does not make a difference what method he chooses or which source he refers to.

In any case, his judgments or conclusions should not be influenced by personal inclinations or selfish motives. This base embraces all Islamic sects, particularly Sunni sect. It is said: “If the difference originates purely from thought and variety of conclusions not influenced by political motives, self lust, arrogance or self centeredness, religion tolerates such a difference. This is the principle much desired and favorable on tongues of Muslim clerics whether Sunnis or Shias.

It is said that a successful jurisprudent has two wages from God. On the other hand a jurisprudent not reached to reality will have only one wage. As such, both categories will be paid. Religion does not reject difference thereby and reasons such as political, self-interests, transgression into others’ rights so on. Individuals might not have attained due results.

But their sincerity in pursuit of truth and earnestness of efforts towards comprehension of faith is enough to gain a desirable position to them.”! [3] As can be seen the only thing in this viewpoint is that attention is not paid to fundamentals and fixed standards of jurisprudence. Sources of information are also of utmost importance. As for validity and authenticity of sources, it is already prescribed by religious regulations.

Therefore the formula of exception [1] Muhammad Waizzaada Khorasani: Nida-e-Wahdat , Pgs. 27-28 [2] For more details refer to the translation of Maalimul Madrasatain Vol. 2. [3] Muhammad Waizzaada Khorasani: Nida-e-Wahdat, Pg. 63 (i.e. being excused) and wages or reward has bearing only on one who exercises and acts within framework of divine religion. A jurisprudent must derive his conclusions from traditions of trustworthy and reputed sources.

In other words, traditions narrated by weak sources, such as Ayesha or Abu Huraira do not bear any weight against renowned sources. As we said if one acts on feeble base he cannot be liable to exception or excuse and wage or reward.