The Political Leader: Abu Bakr as pattern
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There is a widespread notion that the world lacks real
leadership. The method by which leaders are chosen or come to usurp power is
very disappointing or even saddening.
After the
Prophet’s death (P.B.U.H), a group of Madenese (Al-Ansar) gathered in Sagifat
bani Saedah to choose a leader amongst themselves. The news reached some of the
Makkans(Al- Muhajirun) who rushed to the site. The meeting resulted in the
nomination of Abu Bakr. He was heeled a Caliph the next day by the rest of the
population of al -Madina unanimously.
Abu Bakre in
his inaugural speech stated his program and the qualities he foresees that a
leader should possess. First he was chosen to be the leader and it was not his
wish. Second the leader should not be arrogant which was evident in his saying
that he was not the best person. Third the nation has the right to monitor what
the leader does. Fourth his government is an egalitarian as there is no
difference between the strong and the weak when it comes to the rights of each.
When Abu
Bakr assumed power he intended to continue his private business, but the
learned leaders of the society saw that this
nterfers or even conflicts with
his job as a leader. So he had to quit his business.
Though Abu
Bakr was known to be a lenient person he proved to be so strong and even tough when it came to the security of
the state and Islam. He faced total
rebellion from almost the whole Peninsula. He was able to handle the situation
effectively. There are many other qualities that shall be discussed in this
paper to show that the World is in real
need of leaders of such caliber.
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