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Those who follow the elected caliphs are called?
Sunni
The people who reject the early elected caliphs are the?
Shiites
Were the Umayyad Caliphs elected by the Muslim Ummah?
mostly
Why are Muhammad's elected successors called rightly guided caliphs?
The first four Caliphs are the most trusted followers of the holy Prophet (SAW) who were elected by the majority vote of the holy Companions RA of the holy Prophet (SAW). For this they are called the Khulafai Rashideen.
What do you call a supreme power that is elected?
You can call this person an "elected executive". There are several varieties of elected executives, such as presidents, prime ministers, elected monarchs (usually chosen by advisors), elected caliphs, oligarchic representatives, etc.
When Muhammad died who did his followers choose?
Not all the Caliphs are the true successors of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Only first FOUR Caliphs are called Rashidoon - the Rightful Caliphs. Unfortunately, the caliphs after Hazrat Ali RAU didn't follow the teachings of Islam in letter and spirit. They can't be called the Rightful Caliphs.
Who were the rulers of the Muslim lands?
During early times, the rulers were the Caliphs who were elected after Muhammad died.
Who is Sunny?
Sunni is the Muslim who believes in the legitimacy of the caliphs that been elected after the death of prophet Muhammad (peace upon him). Sunnis follow also, as all Muslims of all sects, the Quran teachings and prophet Muhammad sayings and practices.
Who is sunnie?
Sunni is the Muslim who believes in the legitimacy of the caliphs that been elected after the death of prophet Muhammad (peace upon him). Sunnis follow also, as all Muslims of all sects, the Quran teachings and prophet Muhammad sayings and practices.
Why are muhammads elected successors called the rightly guided caliphs?
The first four Caliphs are the most trusted followers of the holy Prophet (SAW) who were elected by the majority vote of the holy Companions RA of the holy Prophet (SAW). For this they are called the Khulafai Rashideen.
Can people in Saudi Arabia say something against the government?
No, they must follow the rules of the king(Abdullah). The government is not elected by the people.
Why are leaders in Islam important?
the caliphs were Muhammad's successors, when Muhammad died there was turmoil between who had the right to succeed him...this started the sunni/ shia split
