The Fourth Caliph Ali By Abu Huthayfa

ISBN: 9789670835099

Author: Abu Huthayfa

Book Binding: Softcover

Pages: 102

Size: 7.7 x 5.0 x 0.3 inch

Publication year: 2015

Language: English

Description

About This Book:

The first part of the book explores Ali's early years. He was a gifted student who quickly understood the Quran's and Islam's teachings. He also developed his fighting prowess and actively took part in the early Islamic fights. Although Ali wasn't initially chosen as the first caliph, he eventually rose to become the fourth caliph in 656 CE after Uthman ibn Affan was killed. The caliph was chosen by consensus among the Muslim community. Conflicts about who was the legitimate caliph followed, sparking several uprisings against Ali's rule. Ali was killed in 661 CE by a member of the Kharijite sect, a party that disagreed with his reign. One day the Prophet saw addressed his Companions, "Tomorrow, I shall give the flag to one who will conquer the fort (Khaybar) and who has pleased Allah saw and his Messenger ra." The Companions of the Prophet saw that night wondered who that special person would lead them to victory. The next day, the Propehet saw asked his Companions, " Where is Ali ra?....bring him to me." The Prophet saw then gave Ali ra the flag.