Latest article from Al-Islaah.org: *Imam ʿAlī’s (as) own view of Leadership: Divine Appointment or Sḥurā-based selection?* _The prevailing Shīʿa belief that Imam ʿAlī (as) was divinely appointed as caliph is challenged by his own words and conduct. Historical evidence, including his letters and sermons, suggests that he saw legitimate leadership as stemming from mutual consultation (shūrā) and community consensus, not divine designation. He never invoked any Qur'ānic verse or Prophetic tradition to claim a divine mandate. Instead, he justified his authority based on merit, kinship with the Prophet, and support from the Muhājirūn and Anṣār. This stance challenges the modern Shīʿa narrative of divine appointment, suggesting that Imam ʿAlī (as) based his legitimacy on community endorsement rather than exclusive divine or Prophetic designation._ Read the article here: https://al-islaah.org/imam-ali-view-leadership