Hadiths on Ways of Electing the Supreme Muslim Imam (Ruler)

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2 explained prophetic hadiths on "Ways of Electing the Supreme Muslim Imam (Ruler)": Arabic text, translation, explanation and lessons, with authenticity grade and references.

Short answer

One authentic hadith (number 3467) makes up this category. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said to Abu Dharr: "you are weak"; general leadership is a trust, and it will be "a cause of disgrace and remorse on the Day of Resurrection", except for the one who takes it up in a legitimate way and fulfills what it imposes on him. Electing the imam therefore requires entrusting the charge to whoever has the real capacity for it.

Updated on 24 September 2026 at 12:34 AM

The list of hadiths on Ways of Electing the Supreme Muslim Imam (Ruler)

بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Sun 27 Jumada al-Awwal
الأحد 27 جمادى الأولى
هلال متناقص Waning Crescent Day 28.1 / 29.5
Illumination 2%
New moon in 1 day
لا حول ولا قوة إلا بالله There is no power nor strength except with Allah

إِنَّ ٱللَّهَ وَمَلَٰٓئِكَتَهُۥ يُصَلُّونَ عَلَى ٱلنَّبِىِّ ۚ يَٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ صَلُّوا۟ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلِّمُوا۟ تَسْلِيمًا

God and His angels shower their blessings on the Prophet. O believers, you should also send your blessings on him, and salute him with a worthy greeting.

Al-Ahzab 33:56

Blessings on the Prophet ﷺ