Basra is starting to slip out of control with rampant crime and too much rebellion. Muawiyyah is ready to bring in someone new; however, this new guy has a scandalous past.
3-1: Muawiyyah and The Khawarij
Today’s episode is an introduction to Syria and Kufah during this period. We’ll take a look at the challenges the new Muslim Caliph had to face in the never ending Khawarij threat.
2-21: Ali And The Khawarij
As Ali struggled against the Khawarij, his grip on the Caliphate began to slip.
2-20: Ali And Muawiyyah
After defeating Aisha at the Battle of the Camel, Ali held most of the Islamic Empire. The only holdout, was Muawiyyah, the powerful governor of Syria.
2-19: Ali And Basra
Talhah and Zubair pledged allegiance to Ali ibn Abi Talib on the condition that he find and punish those responsible for murdering Uthman. But after several months, not much progress had been made.
2-18: Ali And Aisha
Ali’s Caliphate was already in trouble.
The Umayyah clan was suspicious of him. Muawiyyah refused to acknowledge his leadership. There were gangs of bandits were roaming through Medina. And many companions refused to support him.
2-17: Uthman and Murder
For several years, there had been a low level of discontent in the Muslim empire. While most of the inhabitants were happy, there were a significant number who were not.
2-16: Uthman and the People
Many people mark the beginning of Uthman’s troubles with the loss of the Prophet’s rings.
But things really got bad for Uthman when he lost the support of the esteemed companion, Ammar ibn Yasir.
2-15: Uthman and The Quran
One of the most troublesome spots in the Muslim world was the Iraqi city of Kufah. The people were fickle, restless, and never satisfied with their governor. Uthman had to change their governor no less than three times.
2-14: Uthman And Abu Dharr
Uthman has been accused of often appointing his family members to high positions. And in many instances that was true.