Ali was caliph between 656 and 661 during the First Fitna, one of the most turbulent periods in Muslim history.
Since the conflicts in which Ali was involved were perpetuated in polemical sectarian historiography, biographical material is often biased.
However, the sources agree that he was a profoundly religious man, devoted to the cause of Islam and the rule of justice in accordance with the Quran and the Sunnah.
The sources abound in notices on his austerity, rigorous observance of religious duties, and detachment from worldly goods.
Authors have noted that Ali stood firmly by his principles and would not compromise them for political self-gain.
Ali was caliph between 656 and 661 during the First Fitna, one of the most turbulent periods in Muslim history. Since the conflicts in which Ali was involved were perpetuated in polemical sectarian historiography, biographical material is often biased. However, the sources agree that he was a profoundly religious man, devoted to the cause of Islam and the rule of justice in accordance with the Quran and the Sunnah. The sources abound in notices on his austerity, rigorous observance of religious duties, and detachment from worldly goods. Authors have noted that Ali stood firmly by his principles and would not compromise them for political self-gain.
Ali