تاريخ اسلام در آينه پژوهش

The author of the book "The Succession of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH)" in the introduction of the book has presented his opinion about the issue of the succession of the Holy Prophet (PBUH) from the perspective of the Qur'an, and from the total of the analyzed verses, he has come to the conclusion that in the series of The previous prophets had a hereditary caliphate, and family inheritance was considered the basis of succession, and this ruling could also apply to the succession of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). But with his sudden death, this opportunity did not arise. He also believes that there is no reference to the issue of caliphate after the Holy Prophet (PBUH) in the Qur'an. And that Imam was waiting for a revelation in this regard, but no specific verse was revealed and he did not say anything about it either. Using description and analysis method, this article has criticized the mentioned point of view in several aspects and has shown that first: the basis of succession from the perspective of the Quran is spiritual and scientific merit, not just inheritance and family ties; secondly, the Quran about the succession of Prophet Muhammad (S) has not been silent. Thirdly: The Holy Prophet officially announced his successor in Ghadir Kham on the 18th of Dhu Hijjah of the 10th year of Hijri.