In the Musnad of Imam Ahmad (835) it is stated that Ali (RA) considered Abu Bakr to be the best of this Ummah after its Prophet. How do the Shia respond to it?
In the Musnad of Imam Ahmad (835) it is stated that Ali (RA) considered Abu Bakr to be the best of this Ummah after its Prophet. How do the Shia respond to it?
Abbas Di Palma, Shaykh Abbas Di Palma holds a BA and an MA degree in Islamic Studies, and certifications from the Language Institute of Damascus University. He has also studied traditional Islamic sciences in... Answer updated 2 months ago
as salam alaikum
mere single reports from Musnad Ahmad cannot be validated according to Shia view. Also, according to the most accurate opinion any single report (khabar al-wahid) with no external evidences cannot be used to establish doctrinal principles or historical facts.
With prayers for your success.