Sentences with phrase «early caliphs»

The early caliphs inherited Muhammad's role as «commander of the faithful», but they were nor «messengers of God», as the prophet had been.

That point is key, since ISIS presents itself as the true reincarnation of early caliphs.

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It recalls earlier eras in Muslim history, when caliphs sometimes settled disagreements between Muslims, Christians and Jews through debates, not violence.

Here, Shahrzad is rash and headstrong, marrying the caliph, Khalid, with the intent to avenge the death of her best friend, one of his earlier wives.