The scientific reference of Imam Ali () from the perspective of the three caliphs, based on the sources of the Sunnis and the community

Abstract

The scientific authority in the Islamic community, especially after the departure of the Great Messenger (may God bless him and grant him peace), occupies a lofty and extremely important position among the Muslim community, which has made it the focus of attention, discussion and research from all aspects. As it is known to all Muslims that Abu Bakr bin Abi Quhafa, Omar bin Al-Khattab, and Othman bin Affan were the successors of the Prophet (may God bless him and grant him peace) after him in order, so the question that arises strongly, especially in this particular time period; It is Imam Ali's scientific status among the three caliphs from the perspective of the scholars of Ahl al-Sunnah wal-Jama'ah and the extent of its importance. The research concluded, in what it discussed through the descriptive analytical approach and through the examination and review of the main sources and libraries, that: The caliphs and many companions used to consult Imam Ali (PBUH) in many jurisprudential, exegetical and educational issues and the affairs of administration for the countries that were occurring in the society and you, and they acknowledged his favor in jurisprudence and science Everyone have to