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Opinion

Mistakes Are A Great Educator If One Is Honest Enough To Admit And Learn From Them

Abu Dharr

Sha'ban 02, 14462025-02-01

In this article, Abu Dharr discusses why and how Sa ‘d ibn Abi Waqqas, a very early Muslim and companion of the Prophet (pbuh), was mistreated by Uthman when he became the ruler. Properly understanding early Islamic history will enable us to arrive at the correct conclusions.

Opinion

He That Is Overcautious Will Accomplish Little

Abu Dharr

Rajab 01, 14462025-01-01

In his ongoing series from early Islamic history, Abu Dharr discusses the contrasting behaviour of ‘Umar and “Uthman when they ruled the Islamic heartland and beyond. The rapidly expanding Islamic domain also had its impact.

Opinion

I Hate Judgments That Only Crush And Don’t Transform

Abu Dharr

Jumada' al-Ula' 29, 14462024-12-01

In moving away from ‘Umar’s policy of keeping the newly-converted Makkans to Islam under strict observation, the third Khalifah, ‘Uthman opened the floodgates of elitism and nepotism. This proved disastrous from the Islamic polity.

Opinion

Trust Not A New Friend Nor An Old Enemy

Abu Dharr

Rabi' al-Thani 29, 14462024-11-01

In his continuing series, Abu Dharr sheds light on the role of latter-day Muslims—al-Tulaqa (amnestied combatants in the words of the Prophet (pbuh)) and how Usman’s policies, unintentionally, facilitated their rise into power.

Opinion

The Revenge That Is Postponed Is Not Forgotten

Abu Dharr

Rabi' al-Awwal 27, 14462024-10-01

The late-comer Makkan elite to Islam were Muslims of convenience. They harboured deep animosity toward Muslims and waited for an opportune moment to strike. Umar dealt with them sternly while Usman showed leniency resulting in serious consequences for the Islamic polity.

Opinion

Riches Are Not From An Abundance Of Worldly Goods, But From A Contented Mind

Abu Dharr

Safar 27, 14462024-09-01

What had started as a goodwill gesture to help the needy and poor in society during Uthman’s rule, turned into exploitation by the rich and powerful. It resulted in serious consequences for the Ummah.

Opinion

Much Is Expected Where Much Is Given

Abu Dharr

Muharram 26, 14462024-08-01

‘Uthman, the third successor to the Prophet (pbuh), opened the Treasury to benefit the people. It led to the emergence of a class of people who thought it was their right to expect large stipends. The consequences were disastrous for the Ummah.

Opinion

Advice Is Seldom Welcome, And Those Who Need It The Most, Like It The Least

Abu Dharr

Dhu al-Hijjah 24, 14452024-07-01

In his early years as Khalifah, Uthman followed the policies of his predecessors. This is apparent from the letters he sent to governors and miltary commanders. Diversion from these lofty principles came later.

Opinion

Challenges In Early Islamic History

Zafar Bangash

Dhu al-Qa'dah 24, 14452024-06-01

Muslims faced two serious internal challenges in early Islamic history: one from the group called the munafiqeen and the other from the tulaqa (amnestied prisoners). They both caused immense damage to the body-politic of Islam. Muslims must understand this history properly.

Opinion

I Shall Temper… Justice With Mercy

Abu Dharr

Dhu al-Qa'dah 24, 14452024-06-01

The third Khalifah ‘Usman’s temperate nature was exploited by some unscrupulous individuals and groups to undermine the Islamic polity that ultimately resulted in serious damage to the political system of Islam.

Opinion

Give Not Reins To Your Inflamed Passions; Take A Little Time And Reflect

Abu Dharr

Shawwal 22, 14452024-05-01

How ‘Uthman became the third Khalifah and details about Ubaid Ullah ibn Umar’s killing of the three persons who had assassinated his father, Khalifah Umar ibn al-Khattab.

Opinion

We Are Inclined To See Things Not As They Are, But As We Are

Abu Dharr

Ramadan 22, 14452024-04-01

Some Muslims, perhaps many, are too wedded to information passed on to them in their books about early Islamic history based on a particular sectarian slant. It is important to revisit this information as Abu Dharr shows in this ongoing series of articles.

Opinion

A Problem Clearly Stated Is A Problem Half Solved

Abu Dharr

Sha'ban 20, 14452024-03-01

In his regular column, Abu Dharr continues to clear the web of confusion surrounding early Islamic history that has engulfed Muslim minds for centuries.

Opinion

It Is Better To Be Ignorant Than To Be Mistaken

Abu Dharr

Rajab 20, 14452024-02-01

After the Prophet (pbuh) left this earthly abode, those that took over leadership position of the Muslims did not impose themselves. Solidarity between the Muhajireen and Ansar was strong that enabled the Muslims to confront the challenge in the war of Riddah.

Reflections

A Good Conscience Is A Choice Companion

Abu Dharr

Jumada' al-Akhirah 19, 14452024-01-01

Uthman ibn Affan was the son-in-law of the Prophet (pbuh) and a generous companion. He provided immense financial support in various battles and provided equipment and other war material. Abu Dharr continues to shed light on the early history of Islam.

Opinion

We Cannot Alter Facts, But We Can Alter Our Ways Of Looking At Them

Abu Dharr

Jumada' al-Ula' 17, 14452023-12-01

In his ongoing series about the early history of Islam after the Prophet (pbuh) passed away, Abu Dharr looks into the life of Uthman, the third Khalifah. He urges readers to rise above our pre-conceived notions when examining the lives of early personalities in Islam.

Opinion

An Ounce Of Discretion Is Better Than A Pound Of Knowledge

Abu Dharr

Rabi' al-Thani 17, 14452023-11-01

If Muslims study the early period of Islamic history after the Prophet (pbuh) left this earthly abode carefully, they will discover that there was no polarization between Umar ibn al-Khattab and Imam Ali. True, they had their independent opinions on issues but there was no ill-will whatsoever.

Opinion

By Falling, We Learn To Go Safely

Abu Dharr

Rabi' al-Awwal 16, 14452023-10-01

If the early Muslims had an opportunity to put in place a proper institutional framework, the tragedy that erupted during Uthman’s khilafah may have been avoided.

Opinion

Do Not Find Fault With What You Don’t Understand

Abu Dharr

Safar 15, 14452023-09-01

The third Khalifah, Uthman’s deviation from the policy established by the Prophet and his two successors (Abu Bakr and ‘Umar) by apportioning a share of the Islamic state treasury to his relatives caused deep unease among most Muslims, leading to deep fissures in society.

Opinion

Always Leave A Little Room For A Mistake

Abu Dharr

Muharram 14, 14452023-08-01

When the Prophet (pbuh) left this earthly abode, the vast majority of Muslims were newcomers to Islam, hence not fully immersed in the values of Islam. Even the Prophet’s committed followers (the Muhajiroon and Ansar), at time made decisions concerning issues of justice and equality that may have fallen short of the Qur’anic and Prophetic standard. We should not, however, impute ulterior motives to them.

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