Immediate Aftermath of the Death The death of the (PBUHH)...

Immediate Aftermath of the Death The death of the (PBUHH) plunged the Muslim community into immediate grief, confusion, and political uncertainty. While his body remained in the house of ʿĀʾishah, members of the community quickly divided in their response. Many companions, including ʿUmar ibn al-Khaṭṭāb, initially refused to believe the Prophet (PBUHH) had truly died, until Abū Bakr addressed the people, reciting Qurʾān 3:144 [16] .

During this emotional period, a decisive political meeting took place at Saqīfah Banī Sāʿidah, where prominent members of the Anṣār and Muhājirūn gathered to decide on leadership. Even though the Prophet’s burial had…