مائده آخوند

Sunni scholars have accused the Shiʻa of fabricating the hadiths of succession to prove the legitimacy of the caliphs' rule and have denied the appointment of Imam Ali (AS) as the successor by the Messenger of Allah (PBUH). Contrary to the credible documents and sources available to them, they have cited reasons such as: The lack of objection from Imam Ali (AS), his voluntary allegiance to the caliphs, his failure to refer to the texts of succession, and the role of the Jewish Ibn Sabāʼ in this fabrication. The present study, employing an analytical-critical method and considering credible Quranic, narrative, and historical sources, concludes that Imam Ali (AS) expressed his objection to the usurpation of the caliphate by the caliphs at various times and places and was never willing to pledge allegiance to them. He reminded others of the texts of succession and caliphate, engaged in discussions and arguments regarding this matter, and declared his qualifications for the succession of the Prophet (PBUH).