Nebil Husayn

"One of the most enduring sources of conflict among Muslims is the question of power and authority after the Prophet Muḥammad. This anthology of classical Arabic texts, presented in a new English translation, offers a comprehensive overview of the early history of the caliphate and medieval Muslim scholarly discussions on the subject. Composed between the eleventh and thirteenth centuries, these texts succinctly present competing views on the prerequisites of legitimate leadership and authority in the Islamic tradition"--

An Anthology of Medieval Muslim Texts on Political Theology

Caliphate and Imamate

The Zeal for 'Ali in Sunni Islam

Almost Shi'a

Hassan Ansari

An anthology of classical Arabic texts debating legitimate power and authority in the Muslim community after the Prophet Muhammad.

Examines the enduring legacy of the nawasib, early Muslims who were hostile to Islam's fourth caliph, Ali, and his descendants.

Nebil Husayn

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