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islamic-tarikhWe're still mapping where this idea was first discussed. Key passages and related ideas below.

Khilāfa (Caliphate as Institution)

The institution of succession to the Prophet's political and religious leadership of the umma.

The institution of succession to the Prophet's political and religious leadership of the umma.

Key passages(7)

Tahdhib Athar · Al-Tabari

High

Ghiyath Umam · Imam al-Haramayn al-Juwayni

High

Rasail · Ibn Hazm

High

Rasail · al-Sharif al-Murtada

High

Tabaqat Fuqaha · Abu Ishaq al-Shirazi

High

Tarikh · Al-Tabari

High

Bab Hadi Cashar · al-'Allama al-Hilli

Moderate