How do we seek knowledge in the presence of those who introduce matters into knowledge that are not authentic?

The questioner : O Shaykh, you say that we must rely on reading the authentic works of Al-Albani, but O Shaykh, in order to read these books, we need scholars and students of knowledge. However, the students of knowledge and the scholars are the ones who pass on to us things that are not authentic. So how do we seek knowledge in their presence?

The Shaykh : As they sought it, and as we seek it, knowledge is sought through reading and study. The path is known and well-trodden. If you have a scholar who is recognized for his Salafi knowledge, and you are able to study under him, then that is the path.

The questioner: Yes.

The Shaykh : No, if you do not have one, then study knowledge as we study it from these reliable books. We have no other way than this.