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What is the name for a leader of first Muslims meaning successor to Muhammad?
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خديجة بنت خويلد
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What are the major causes of the development of Islamic caliphates?
The death of the Prophet Muhammad. It was then decided that as a religious and community leader he should be succeeded, and such a religious successor was called a Caliph; the region and community he ruled over, a Caliphate. This immediately led to the first schism, namely between Shi'ite and Sunni Muslims. The Sunni Muslims considered Muhammad's father-in-law the rightful successor and first Caliph, the Shia Muslims considered his son-in-law the rightful successor.
Did Muhammad leave clear instructions as to who would succeed him at death?
No, Muhammad did not leave instructions for a successor. He had several daughters but had no son. So, no-one could become leader in a society which was male-oriented.Muslims after Muhammad's death chose Abu Bakr as the successor and new leader of Muhammad.
Who was the original leader of lslam?
The last Prophet of Islam Hazrat Muhammad SAW is the true leader of the Muslims.
Was caliph was the next leader when Muhammad die?
Abu Bakr was the leader of the Muslims after the death of the Prophet (peace be upon him)
What was the essential dispute within Islam over the succession to the Prophet?
The essential dispute within Islam over the succession to the Prophet involved who should inherit leadership. The Sunni believed it was permissible for Muslims to elect their leader while Shiite thought that the leader needed to be a direct descendent of Muhammad.
Who are the Muslims leaders?
there is no leader i think most ppl just do what prohet muhammad advices
Who succeeded Muhammad?
This is kind of like saying who was the successor to moses. Muhammad founded Islam and taught the people about it. But he wasn't in an official position that could be replaced, he was a prophet.
The second caliph who became the leader of Muslims after the death of Muhammad Islams greatest conqueror?
Umar (omar)
Why is Muhammad Ali Jinnah your ideal leader?
becoz he struggled hard for the formation of a seperate nation for muslims
Who is the Islamic leader?
The Honorable Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him).
What is the Successor of Muhammad known as?
The line of succession to Muhammad is known as the caliphate. Shia and Sunni Muslims differ on how the caliph, the leader of a caliphate, is to be chosen.
Why did Muslims split in two groups?
The death of Muhammad split the Muslims over their belief about who should take over as their leader. The Sunnis believed that the person should be elected and the Shiites believed that the person should be a descendant of Muhammad.
