Do those who follow their scholars blame themselves for following them?

In any case, they follow those they trust. But in the matter of disbelief, let us suppose, for example, regarding the Rafidah: if those who insult Abu Bakr, 'Umar ibn al-Khattab, and the rest of the Companions except for a few were asked, "How do you insult the Companions except for a few?" they would have no argument that they are following our shaykhs, because the misguidance in this is clear. As for what is not clearly misguidance, a person may be excused because he says, "This is the best of my ability," and I think this is the most correct. Nevertheless, we say that it is obligatory for you to seek the truth. If someone comes to you saying, "This is the correct view," then discuss it with him as best you can, or refer him to the shaykh you follow.
The student: ...from the Mu'tazilah ...for his saying

The Shaykh : This brings benefits.