The Succession to Muhammad by Wilferd Madelung

The Succession to Muhammad by Wilferd Madelung is a work that belongs at the heart of any serious Islamic bookshelf. It is a study of the early caliphate and the succession to Muhammad, examining one of the most consequential questions in early Islamic history.

Written in an accessible and thoughtful style, the book guides the reader through its subject step by step, connecting the classical foundations of the topic with the questions that readers bring to it today. Rather than offering only a surface summary, it invites careful reflection on the ideas, values and historical background that shape the subject, and on why those questions continue to matter for Muslims and for all readers interested in Islam.

What readers will explore:

• The question of succession after the Prophet
• The early caliphate and its challenges
• The events that shaped the Muslim community
• Historical evidence and scholarly analysis
• Different perspectives on a pivotal period

Who should read this book: Readers of early Islamic history who want a serious study of the succession question.

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