Hazrat Abu Bakr Siddiq — Page 98
98 HADRAT ABU BAKR 98 of the Holy Prophet sa was such a huge tragedy that all the Muslims were stunned and heartbroken. In Mad i nah, grown adults cried like children, and nobody knew what to do. At this time, Hadrat Ab u Bakr ra had to remain in control of his own grief, as well as console the rest of the Muslims. His ability to keep the Muslims united at this dangerous time shows his wisdom, determination, and leadership. Of all the Muslims, Hadrat Ab u Bakr ra had the closest relationship with the Holy Prophet sa and felt the most pain at his passing away. Even though he was full of intense grief, he managed to remain calm during this time. Hadrat Ab u Bakr ra not only comforted the Muslims, but he also guided the Muslims during this difficult time. The day following the passing away of the Holy Prophet sa , people gathered at Masjid-e-Nabaw i. Those who had been unable to take the oath of allegiance to Hadrat Ab u Bakr ra earlier did it then. Afterwards, Hadrat Ab u Bakr ra gave a speech, “O People! I have never wanted to be the leader, and I have never prayed to God for this purpose. Indeed, becoming Khalifah has brought me no joy whatsoever; rather, it seems like a burden that I do not have the strength to carry. Indeed, this burden cannot be carried without Allah’s help. Although, I have been made your Khalifah I am not