Muslim scholars may use it to express their preference for particular judgements in Islamic law over other possibilities.
When he delivered his response, a disciple of his quickly reached for a tablet to make note of this ruling.
Upon realizing what his disciple was doing, Malik asked him to stop, remarking that his opinion could change before nightfall.
[8] Sarakhsi points out that some jurists have criticised Istihsan on the grounds that the analogy is being given up for personal opinion, something prohibited in Islam.
He refutes this understanding as incomprehensible, as no jurist would give up an authority for something that lacked evidence.