The caliphate of Ali Ibn Abi Talib, the fourth caliph of Islam by Ibn Kathir - Dar Al Muslim Editions
Dive into the history of the fourth rightly guided caliph, 'Ali Ibn Abî Tâlib رضي الله عنه, through this account taken from the famous encyclopedia Al-Bidâya wan-Nihâya by Ibn Kathîr. This book traces his merits, his rise to power, the troubles of the fitna (battles of Siffin and the Camel), as well as the brief caliphate of his son Al-Hassan Ibn 'Ali. A rigorous and essential work to understand one of the most sensitive periods of Islamic history.
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A Pivotal Era: The Last of the Rightly Guided Caliphs
This book recounts the caliphate of ‘Ali Ibn Abî Tâlib رضي الله عنه, the fourth and last of the rightly guided caliphs, as foretold by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him):
“The caliphate after me will last for thirty years, then there will be kingship.” (Reported by Abû Dâwûd)
A Narrative Extracted from a Monumental Work
This narrative is taken from the historical encyclopedia Al-Bidâya wan-Nihâya, one of the most renowned and authentic works of the great scholar Ibn Kathîr. This encyclopedia, already famous for its volumes on the Prophet’s biography and the stories of the prophets, offers a chronological, methodical, and documented view of human history from creation to the end of time.
Book Content
This work revisits one of the most sensitive and decisive periods in Islamic history, including:
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The merits and virtues of ‘Ali رضي الله عنه
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The circumstances of his caliphate accession, during a time of great tension
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The tragic events that shook the community:
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The fitna (major discord among Muslims)
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The battle of the Camel (Jamal)
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The battle of Siffîn against Mu‘âwiyya’s supporters
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The episode of arbitration and its consequences
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‘Ali’s role in the community division
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His son’s brief caliphate, Al-Hassan Ibn ‘Ali, and the peaceful transfer of power to Mu‘âwiyya, marking the end of the prophetic caliphate and the beginning of the Umayyad rule
A Work of Scientific Rigor
This narrative stands out for:
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The reliability of sources used by Ibn Kathîr
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His methodical approach, supported by the Quran, the Sunnah, and reliable historical testimonies
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A neutral and educational presentation of the fitna events, without political or sectarian bias
A book to better understand:
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The roots of the early Muslim divisions
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The attitude of ‘Ali رضي الله عنه in the face of adversity
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The importance of unity of the Ummah
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The spiritual and political teachings that this era still offers us today
Who is this book for?
This book is for:
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Students of Islamic sciences
-
Enthusiasts of Islamic history
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Anyone wishing to understand the beginnings of the caliphate in continuation of the prophethood
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Readers of classical works such as Sîra, the rightly guided caliphs, or the stories of the companions
About the author
Ibn Kathîr (d. 774H) is a renowned Syrian scholar in the Muslim world for:
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His tafsîr (exegesis of the Quran)
-
His historical work Al-Bidâya wan-Nihâya
-
His rigorous methodology and adherence to the Sunnah
His work continues to be studied in Islamic universities worldwide.
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The caliphate of Ali Ibn Abi Talib, the fourth caliph of Islam by Ibn Kathir - Dar Al Muslim Editions
A Pivotal Era: The Last of the Rightly Guided Caliphs
This book recounts the caliphate of ‘Ali Ibn Abî Tâlib رضي الله عنه, the fourth and last of the rightly guided caliphs, as foretold by the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him):
“The caliphate after me will last for thirty years, then there will be kingship.” (Reported by Abû Dâwûd)
A Narrative Extracted from a Monumental Work
This narrative is taken from the historical encyclopedia Al-Bidâya wan-Nihâya, one of the most renowned and authentic works of the great scholar Ibn Kathîr. This encyclopedia, already famous for its volumes on the Prophet’s biography and the stories of the prophets, offers a chronological, methodical, and documented view of human history from creation to the end of time.
Book Content
This work revisits one of the most sensitive and decisive periods in Islamic history, including:
-
The merits and virtues of ‘Ali رضي الله عنه
-
The circumstances of his caliphate accession, during a time of great tension
-
The tragic events that shook the community:
-
The fitna (major discord among Muslims)
-
The battle of the Camel (Jamal)
-
The battle of Siffîn against Mu‘âwiyya’s supporters
-
The episode of arbitration and its consequences
-
-
‘Ali’s role in the community division
-
His son’s brief caliphate, Al-Hassan Ibn ‘Ali, and the peaceful transfer of power to Mu‘âwiyya, marking the end of the prophetic caliphate and the beginning of the Umayyad rule
A Work of Scientific Rigor
This narrative stands out for:
-
The reliability of sources used by Ibn Kathîr
-
His methodical approach, supported by the Quran, the Sunnah, and reliable historical testimonies
-
A neutral and educational presentation of the fitna events, without political or sectarian bias
A book to better understand:
-
The roots of the early Muslim divisions
-
The attitude of ‘Ali رضي الله عنه in the face of adversity
-
The importance of unity of the Ummah
-
The spiritual and political teachings that this era still offers us today
Who is this book for?
This book is for:
-
Students of Islamic sciences
-
Enthusiasts of Islamic history
-
Anyone wishing to understand the beginnings of the caliphate in continuation of the prophethood
-
Readers of classical works such as Sîra, the rightly guided caliphs, or the stories of the companions
About the author
Ibn Kathîr (d. 774H) is a renowned Syrian scholar in the Muslim world for:
-
His tafsîr (exegesis of the Quran)
-
His historical work Al-Bidâya wan-Nihâya
-
His rigorous methodology and adherence to the Sunnah
His work continues to be studied in Islamic universities worldwide.