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The Caliphate of Abu Bakr from "summary" of Stories of the Prophets (Peace be upon them) by Imam Imaduddin Isma’il Ibn Kathir
After the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) passed away, the Muslim community was faced with the challenge of selecting a leader to succeed him. The companions of the Prophet gathered in a place called Saqifah to discuss this matter. Among them was Abu Bakr, who was a close companion of the Prophet and known for his piety and wisdom. During the gathering at Saqifah, Abu Bakr was proposed as a candidate for the position of caliph. His nomination was supported by Umar ibn al-Khattab, another esteemed companion of the Prophet. Abu Bakr's credentials as a faithful follower of the Prophet and his leadership qualities made him a suitable candidate for the role of caliph. After some deliberation, Abu Bak...
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