The Meaning of the Phrase 'Consult Yourself'

Question
What does 'Consult Yourself' mean, and is it permissible to issue a fatwa between a person and themselves regarding a specific legal ruling?
Answer
I say, and with God's success: God Almighty commanded us to ask the people of knowledge, not to ask ourselves. This means that we should fear God Almighty in issuing fatwas, by not telling the mufti what we want in order to receive a fatwa that aligns with our desires; for we may not be truthful with him in clarifying the reality of the matter, for example, or we may pick up odd fatwas from here and there; thus, we are commanded to increase our diligence and self-reflection; for it knows what it has done and for what it has strived, and God Almighty knows best.
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