The Saqifah Conspiracy

The Saqifah Conspiracy

Moments of succession are often decisive in shaping political history. The gathering at Saqifah following the Prophet’s death remains one of the most debated events in early Islam. The Saqifah Conspiracy reexamines this episode and its long-term theological and political implications.

About the Book

The Saqifah Conspiracy analyzes competing historical accounts of the meeting at Saqifah and the selection of leadership that followed. The book investigates procedural questions, timing, participation, and the broader political atmosphere surrounding the event. It explores how differing interpretations of succession became foundational for divergent doctrines of authority. Rather than presenting a simplified narrative, the work compares primary sources and evaluates their historiographical reliability. It demonstrates how early political decisions acquired symbolic weight, shaping communal identity and sectarian boundaries for centuries. The author situates the event within power dynamics, tribal considerations, and theological claims regarding leadership designation. By doing so, the book clarifies why Saqifah remains central to debates over legitimacy and rightful succession in Islamic thought.

What You Will Discover

• Historical reconstructions of the Saqifah gathering.
• Procedural and political dimensions of succession.
• Competing theological interpretations of authority.
• The role of historiography in shaping sectarian memory.
• Long-term implications for Islamic political theory.

About the Author

The author approaches the topic through critical historical methodology, integrating political theology with source analysis and interpretive comparison.

Who Is This Book For?

This book is for students of early Islamic history, sectarian development, and political legitimacy who seek a structured and source-based examination of a formative historical episode.