The Migration of Abu Bakr: His Decision and Ibn ad-Dughna’s Support
The article discusses the decision Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) to migrate, and the suppport he received from Ibn ad-Dughna.
Abu Bakr Migrates to Medina
In this article we examine Abu Bakr's migration to Medina with the blessed Prophet (salahu alaihi wa sallam).
The Companions’ Reaction to the Prophet Muhammad’s Death
When the Messenger of Allah died, the Muslims became shocked, bewildered, and confused. Some of them were stunned and became perplexed. Others…
Ali ibn Abi Talib’s Love for Abu Bakr as-Siddeeq
Ali was a sincere adviser to Abu Bakr during his caliphate. There are many signs of his sincerity to Abu Bakr, to Islam and to the Muslims,…
A Brief History of the Mu’tazila and Their Beliefs
The origins of Mu‘tazila sect remain a subject for debate, but a number of scholars believe that the founder of the sect was the Bas̩ran Wāṣil…
The Sunni Theory of Leadership – Part One
This article compares the Sunni theory of caliphate with the Shia theory of leadership.
The Khawarij View of Legitimate Leadership
The Khawarij sect emerged during the first civil war (656-61) following ‘Alī ibn Tālib’s decision to accept arbitration at the Battle of S̩iffīn.
The Shi’i View on Legitimate Leadership
Imamate is a cornerstone of Shi'i belief, one of the pillars of faith, and it distinguishes a Shi'i from a Sunni.
A Brief History of Early Shī’īsm
The exact nature, as well as the origins of early Shī‘īsm prior to the ‘Abbāsid revolution and even during the early ‘Abbāsid period, is…
The Evolution of Early Shī‘īsm During the ‘Abbāsid Period
In this article we examine the history of early Shī‘īsm during the ‘Abbāsid period. This covers the period from Ja‘far al-Sādiq (d.765/148)…