Some common misconceptions about Shi’ism(merged)

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Re: Some common misconceptions about Shi’ism

Good article :k:
There are indeed very few fundamental differences between two sects, even they are not that grave, but there is too much ignorance.

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Ali was raised by Prophet Muhammad as a child so he knew Islam very well. Thus, when he became a judge, his judgments were based on strict Islamic principles, much to the disappointment of many who expected him to be lenient to the rich and powerful. He was so well respected and trusted by both Caliph Abu Bakr and Umar, that in difficult cases they asked his opinion.

It is very much documented history that Hazrat Ali (ra) was the most important advisor to all Caliphs, and they all seeked his advice on all important matters, Most of all Hazrat Umar(ra) acted upon advice of Hazrat Ali on all major occasion (sending army for major battles including siege of jerusalem), even some times Hazrat umar gave more weightage to his advice over his own opinion.
Hazrat Umar once said
“If there was no Ali, Umar must have been doomed,”

During the time of Hazrat Ali’s caliphate, his advisor asked why there is so much unrest in in the country, while during the time of earlier caliphs it was very much peaceful ?
Hazrat Ali(ra) replied :“At that time I was their advisor, but now I have advisors like you !”

In my view, Hazrat Ali was perfectly suitable to be 1st Caliph, but not because of his relation with Holy prophet but purely on merit. His wisdom, khowledge of faith and bravery was un-matched. And Muslims still adore him due to his qualities and Prophet’s love for him.

Same with Hazrat Imam jafar Sadiq. He is most respected among sunnis due to his knowledge and wisdom. And according to his teaching, all caliphs and wives of Prophet :saw: are most respectable. Anyone who curse them (God forbid) is ignorant of the teaching of Noble Imams