When performing Istikhara through the Qur'an, if the verse relates to Allah giving advice rather than a command, does the Istikhara imply a yes or no?
When performing Istikhara through the Qur'an, if the verse relates to Allah giving advice rather than a command, does the Istikhara imply a yes or no?
Amina Inloes, Amina Inloes is originally from the US and has a PhD in Islamic Studies from the University of Exeter on Shi'a hadith. She is the program leader for the MA Islamic Studies program at the... Answer updated 3 years ago
It depends on the verses. Most results can be interpreted as "yes" or "no". Occasionally it does not give a strong view either way. You could ask someone for a second opinion on it. Generally the result of an istikhara does not come in the form of a command but rather is interpreted from the overall content and context of the verses.