Unveiling the Unworldly Character of Abu Bakr (R.A) : A Pillar of Islamic Devotion
One of Abu Bakr's best qualifications was his unmitigated unworldliness - which, in degree, was second only to that of the Prophet. Abu Bakr was not prompted by a desire for worldly pleasure or gain; nor was he ambitious for power; nor yet was he desirous of establishing a kingdom for himself.He merely wanted to live up to his purpose in life: To worship Allah through each breath he took, every word he spoke, and every movement he made. The custom at the time was for a king or ruler to develop his kingdom or dominion in such a way that both he and his family would continue to prosper and gain more power. This was true in the Arabian Peninsula, in Rome, in Persia, and elsewhere. But Abu Bakr - who appointed not his son but instead 'Umar
to replace him after his death - wanted to extend only the Dominion of Islaam
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