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April 23, 2015

Who were the governors of `Uthman?

The historians talk a great deal about ‘Uthman’s radiya Llahu ‘anhu alleged favouritism (or nepotism) towards his relatives and say that they held the reins of power during his khilafah, to such an extent that they provoked many people against him and they revolted in protest at his giving power to his relatives. Dr. `Ali al Sallabi has examined this false allegation leveled against Sayyidina ‘Uthman radiya Llahu ‘anhu and illustrates […]

April 28, 2015

Khalid bin Walid and the alledged killing of Malik bin Nuwayrah

Khalid bin Walid and the alledged killing of Malik bin Nuwayrah by: Molana Muhammad Taha Karaan rahimahu Llah Question: It is alleged that during the Caliphate of Sayyidina Abu Bakr radiya Llahu ‘anhu, Khalid ibn al Walid radiya Llahu ‘anhu, the Sahabi military commander, killed Malik ibn Nuwayrah, and married his widow on the very eve of his murder, without even waiting for her ‘iddah to expire. What […]

May 8, 2015

`A’ishah the Mother of the Believers and Amir al-Mu’minin `Ali ibn Abi Talib

If one were to scan through the annals of history, one would find the life stories of many great personalities. Men who influenced the lives of those around them, creating a new way of thinking and in all formed new ideologies. However, most of their lives have been tainted with stories of their greed, lust and hunger for power. As one continues to search through the books of our past, […]

May 8, 2015

The life and martyrdom of Zubayr ibn al-`Awwam

If one were to scan through the annals of history, one would find the life stories of many great personalities. Men who influenced the lives of those around them, creating a new way of thinking and in all formed new ideologies. However, most of their lives have been tainted with stories of their greed, lust and hunger for power. As one continues to search through the books of our past, […]

May 8, 2015

Biography and martyrdom of Talhah ibn `Ubayd Allah

If one were to scan through the annals of history, one would find the life stories of many great personalities. Men who influenced the lives of those around them, creating a new way of thinking and in all formed new ideologies. However, most of their lives have been tainted with stories of their greed, lust and hunger for power. As one continues to search through the books of our past, […]