Islamic Concepts Shirk Part 2
The article discusses the concept of polytheism (shirk) in Islam and highlights that Shi'ism represents a form of shirk, especially when it turns into worship and veneration of the Prophet's Family in a way that exceeds respectful admiration to become sanctification and divinization. This occurs through seeking their help and calling upon them in worldly matters instead of relying solely on Allah. It also clarifies that the basis of Sunni Islamic caliphate is rooted in competence and righteousness, not hereditary right or kinship. Historical events such as the Saqifah incident do not support the hypothesis that Abu Bakr and Omar usurped the rightful claim of Ali ibn Abi Talib to leadership. Furthermore, it emphasizes that Shi'ism is not part of the religion but a factional struggle for power. Attempts by some groups to revive the commemoration of the Karbala tragedy with the aim of fueling division harm the unity of the nation. It also denies any genuine relationship between sanctification and the true spiritual authority of the Ahl al-Bayt, which lies in following them—not in statues or invoking them—since such practices are considered shirk (polytheism) by God.
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