The Rise of the Rashidun Caliphate: Stories of the Four “Rightly Guided” Caliphs

Dive into the “Rightly Guided” era of Islamic history with our in‑depth exploration of the Rashidun Caliphate—the four legendary successors of Prophet Muhammad who transformed a new faith into a global empire in under three decades. From the immediate challenges Abu Bakr faced in reuniting Arabia, to Umar’s sweeping conquests and groundbreaking administrative reforms; from Uthman’s standardization of the Qur’an to Ali’s turbulent struggle for unity—you’ll witness the triumphs, trials, and enduring legacy of the first Muslim caliphs.

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📚 Sources & Further Reading
• “The Succession to Muhammad” by Wilferd Madelung
• “The Early Islamic Conquests” by Fred M. Donner