The Prophet (salalahu ‘alayhi wa salam) Intimated That Some Children Would Take Positions Of Authority Over The Muslims, And He Pointed Out That That will Lead To Evil And Corruption

Abu Hurairah (radi allahu 'anhu) related that he heard the Messenger of Allah (salalahu ‘alayhi wa salam) say, "The ruin of my nation will be at the hands of children (or young men)." (Ahmad) Marwaan (radi allahu 'anhu) said, "I used to go with my father to Banee Marwaan after they were made to rule; they would pledge allegiance to young boys and some who were pledged allegiance to were still in their safety rope (something specific to children to keep them from straying). I said, 'Perhaps these companions of yours are those about whom Abu Hurairah (radi allahu 'anhu) said: Indeed, these kings resemble one another."' Other prophesies are in the Hadeeth we mentioned about the "Liar" and the "Destroyer" from Thaqeef; the "Liar" was Mukhtaar ibn Abee rUbaid, who appeared in Koofah during the days of 'Abdullah ibn Az-Zubair s. And the "Destroyer" was Al-Hajjaaj ibn Yousuf Ath-Thaqafee, the one who killed 'Abdullah ibn Az-Zubair (radi allahu 'anhu). In another Hadeeth the Prophet (salalahu 'alayhi wa salam) prophesized the black flags, which Banu Al-'Abbaas came with when they wrenched control of the Muslim Nation from the hands of Banu Umayyah. This occurred in the year 302 H. The last ruler of Banu Umayyah was Mirwaan ibn Muhammad ibn Mirwaan ibn Al-Hakam ibn Abul-'Aas, known as Mirwaan Al-Himaar (literally, meaning donkey; he was called this because he would sweat profusely as he tirelessly fought those who opposed his rule) and Mirwaan Al-Ja'dee (his teacher was Ja'ad ibn Dirham Al-Mo'tazilee). Abu Al-'Abbaas 'Abdullah ibn Muhammad ibn 'Alee ibn 'Abdullah ibn Al-'Abbaas ibn 'Abdul-Muttallib was the first ruler of Banu Al-'Abbaas. Abu 'Ubaidah ibn Al-Jarraah (radi allahu 'anhu) and Mu'aadh ibn Jabal (radi allahu 'anhu) related  that the Prophet (salalahu ‘alayhi wa salam) said, "Indeed Allah (subhana wa ta'ala) has commenced this matter upon Prophethood and mercy; it will become Khilaafah and mercy; it will become honor and sanctity; it will become kingdoms, great oppression, and corruption in the nation - people will deem (unlawful) private parts, alcohol, and silk to be lawful. They will be supported upon that and they will be given provision continuously until they meet Allah 'Azza Wa fall (to Him belongs Might and Majesty)." (Abu Daawood)


Abu Hurairah (radi allahu 'anhu) related that the Messenger of Allah (salalahu ‘alayhi wa salam) said, "The Prophets will be followed by the Khaleefahs, who will apply Allah's Book and who will be just with Allah's slaves. The Khaleefahs will be followed by kings, who will take their revenge, kill men, and choose wealth (for themselves). (At that time) one can change (evil) with his hand, with his tongue, and with his heart; and there is no Eemaan beyond that." (Al-Baihagee) Abu Hurairah (radi allahu 'anhu) also reported that the Prophet said, "The Children of Israel were led by Prophets (Peace be upon them) each time a Prophet died, he was replaced by a Prophet. And there is no Prophet after me, though there will be many Khaleefahs." The Companions asked,"And what do you command us to do, O Messenger of Allah?" He said, "Honor the earliest pledges of allegiance and give them (i.e.the rulers) their rights. For indeed, Allah will ask them about what He made them rule over." (Bukhaaree)

'Abdullah ibn Mas'ood (radi allahu 'anhu) related that the Messenger of Allah (salalahu ‘alayhi wa salam) said, "There was no Prophet who did not have companions who were his supporters - who were guided by his guidance and who followed his way (Sunnah). After them come ensuing generations, who say that which they do not do and who do that which they forbid." (Muslim)

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