The Prophet’s View of Government System After him: A Study of Arabic Political Status

Abstract

Within the realm of Islamic political thought, one of the pivotal matters of discussion pertains to the stance adopted by the Prophet (peace be upon him and his Household)) regarding the system of government to be established after his demise. Divergent viewpoints have emerged on this subject. On one hand, there are proponents who argue that the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his Household)) did not express a specific opinion concerning the government system, suggesting his inclination towards allowing the community the freedom to select a suitable system that aligns with the contextual circumstances. On the other hand, an opposing perspective posits that the Prophet should have articulated a stance on this matter, supported by the contention that his comprehensive mission encompassed all aspects of life, including the establishment of a governmental system conducive to the application of Sharia law.
This discussion seeks to explore these divergent viewpoints and shed light on the Prophet’s approach during his lifetime, taking into account both internal and external challenges faced by the nascent Islamic state.