Fatwa and Intellectual Security: The Relationship and Effect

Abstract

The present study shows the relationship between the fatwa and intellectual security, and its impact on achieving it. This  study aimed to clarify the concept of intellectual security and the necessity of achieving it. It also aimed to identify the relationship between the fatwa and intellectual security, and identify the role of the fatwa and its impact in achieving intellectual security. It also aimed to clarify  the fatwa roles and conditions for the muftim and xplain the negative impact of the abnormal fatwa on intellectual security. The importance of this study is evident in the importance of the fatwa and its high status, the influence of Mufti on people, the close link between the fatwa and achieving intellectual security, the intellectual security is the basis for public security, the danger of the spread of abnormal fatwas, their negative impact on societies, and the threat to intellectual security. The researcher reached the following results: The concept of intellectual security revolves around protecting the human mind and thought from deviating from truth, moderation, and moderation in understanding matters, and ensuring safety from falling into extremity and negligence. Achieving intellectual security is achieving societal security in general, in all its aspects. Intellectual security is a common factor between individuals, institutions and officials