Many Shia scholars believe the Prophet intended to formally designate Imam Ali as his successor to ensure clear leadership for the community.
A disagreement broke out among the companions. Umar ibn al-Khattab argued that the Prophet was in a state of severe illness and that the Quran was sufficient for guidance. Others insisted on fulfilling the Prophet's request. Prophet
While the "paper" requested at the end of his life was never produced, the Quran itself was compiled shortly after: Many Shia scholars believe the Prophet intended to
This event is documented in major Islamic sources, including the Sahih of Bukhari and Sahih Muslim . Others insisted on fulfilling the Prophet's request
In Islamic history, the request for "pen and paper" refers to the ( Hadith al-Qirtas ), an event during the Prophet Muhammad's final days. The Incident of Pen and Paper