Taqlid: In Jihad, Should One Follow the Jurist Leader or Their Marji‘?

Practical Laws of Islam as per the teachings of Imam Khamenei

Taqlid: In Jihad, Should One Follow the Jurist Leader or Their Marji‘?

English:

Question #54

If the leader of Muslims declares war against the tyrant infidels or calls for jihad, whereas the marji‘ that I follow does not allow me to participate in the war, should I follow the opinion of the marji‘ or not?

Answer #54

It is obligatory to obey the edicts of the leader of Muslims with regard to public affairs of Muslim society, which includes the defence of Islam and Muslims against aggressive infidels and tyrants.

- Imam Khamenei, Practical Laws of Islam, Rules of Taqlid, Marji’iyyah and Leadership