Is the ruling of the guardian jurist (both religious and non-religious) something that all Muslims must follow, including religious authorities, such as the fatwa prohibiting self-flagellation?
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Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessings.
Ayatollah Khamenei (may God protect him):
The opinion of the guardian of the Muslims is to be followed in matters related to the administration of the Islamic state and in general issues concerning Muslims. However, in purely individual matters, one must follow their own religious authority.
Source: Answers to Inquiries, S52.
Ayatollah Sistani (may God protect him):
The ruling of the qualified jurist accepted by the general public is valid in general matters that are essential for the Islamic community's system, and no one can overturn it.
Source: Official Website + Siraj Website on the Path to God (Q14).
For more information about the authority of the jurist, refer to Question 8131.
May you be successful in all good.