A Comparative Study of Interpretation of the Most Important Verses Concerning Guardianship of Imam Ali from Sunni and Shiite Perspectives

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The issue of succession to the Prophet (S) has been one of the most important and highly contentious theological – ideological issues among Muslims from the early period of Islam as of today. Scholars from various Islamic sects have resorted to different arguments to prove their beliefs in this regard. Shiite scholars, however, are of the view that the Quran which is common to all sects and denominations and the most authoritative source, has stated certain facts in a general but firm way. Therefore, Allah, the Exalted, revealed verses concerning the succession to the Prophet (S) after his demise. In this respect, we can give the example of verses such as the verses of Wilayah, tabligh (delivering the message), perfection of religion, malediction (mubahalah), purification, seven proofs, chapter al-Ma’arij and other verses. According to Shiite sources and some of the most important Sunni sources, the aforesaid verses were revealed about Imam Ali, peace be upon him. The present article seeks to comparatively study and critically assess the most important verses concerning the guardianship of the Commander of the Faithful, Ali (AS).

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15- Studies tatbighee qoran&hadith
Volume 95, Issue 7
April 2016
Pages 143-168

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