What is the ruling on disobeying istikhara? I was considering a business venture and performed istikhara, but it turned out to be unfavorable, yet I went against the istikhara.
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Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Khamenei (may God protect him):
There is no legal obligation to act according to istikhara, but it is preferable not to act against it.
Source: Official website.
Grand Ayatollah Sayyid Sistani (may God protect him):
One should act according to it, but it is not forbidden to go against it.
Source: Al-Bayt Global Information Center, Najaf Ashraf Network, Question 16.
May you be successful in all good.