The Abbasid caliphate was the second of two prominent dynasties of the caliphate’s Muslim realm. It dissolved the Umayyad caliphate in 750 CE and ruled as the Abbasid caliphate until 1258 when it was overthrown by a Mongol invasion. The term derives from the Prophet Muhammad’s uncle, al-Abbs (died c. 653) of the Hashemite clan Read More
The Umayyad dynasty or Umayyads ruled the Caliphate between 661 and 750. They were a notable dynasty of the Quraish of Makkah in the pre-Islamic duration. Despite their strong opposition to the Islamic prophet Hazrat Muhammad S.A.W., the Umayyads converted to Islam before Hazrat Muhammad S.A.W.’s death in 632. Hazrat Usman R.A., the third Caliph Read More
The main attribute of the Islamic state is the restoration of human rights. Before Islam, the concept of human rights was just a myth in all the kingdoms of the planet. Society was divided into different classes and people were deprived of human rights and their life was worse than beasts. In this dark period, Read More
In our previous article, we explored the authority and power of the Caliphate in Islam. Today, we delve further into the topic of supreme authority in Islam, specifically focusing on the concept of Allah’s sovereignty and omnipotence. Indeed, His sovereignty is beyond any limitations or boundaries. In this blog, we will learn, with the help Read More
In our last blog, we discussed about terms of caliphate in Islam. However, the next part of our blog series, looks at another important and informative topic: The powers of the caliph in Islam. This subject is of utmost significance as it enables us to understand the role and responsibilities of a caliph in governing Read More
Terms and conditions of Caliphate in Islam Condition One Muslim Leader The ruler of the state must be a Muslim because he is the one to run the system of government according to the Islamic Shariah; A person can be eligible who believes in the Holy Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) Read More
The name of the Islamic government! Islamic government has three names. Imamat, Khilafat, Emirate. All three Islamic theory of state are interpreted in the words of great scholars. Imamate is the name of a public state that obtains sovereign supremacy from the legal representation of the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) Read More
Hazrat Ali R.A Biography – Life Style, and Contributions Hazrat Ali R.A. was born on Friday, 13 Rajab 661 CE in Makkah. He belonged to the Quraish tribe, Bani Hashim. He was the son of Hazrat Abu Talib R.A., who was the uncle of Muhammad S.A.W. and was fed and raised by Muhammad S.A.W. His Read More
Hazrat Usman R.A Biography – Life Style, and Contributions Hazrat Usman ibn Affan R.A. lived from 576 to 656 CE and was a famous associate of the Islamic prophet Muhammad S.A.W. He was Muhammad S.A.W.’s second cousin, and son-in-law, and had married Muhammad S.A.W.’s daughter. In addition to being the third of the Rashidun, also Read More
A shining light in Islamic history, the life of Hazrat Umar ibn Al-Khattab R.A. stands head and shoulders above all others. If you look for examples of heroic behavior in the past, greatness, integrity, jihad, and urging others on behalf of Allah, you won’t find anyone other than Hazrat Umar R.A. The most beloved companion Read More