Lives of Sahaba 26 - Uthman b. Affan 6 - Assassination: Complaints against Uthman [r]- Yasir Qadhi

In this lecture, Shaykh Dr. Yasir Qadhi examines the assassination of the third caliph, Uthman ibn Affan, exploring the rapid socio‑political changes that plagued the early Muslim community and the various complaints that led to his murder. He discusses prophetic predictions of trials among the companions, the impact of swift territorial expansion and wealth influx, and the challenges faced by those unfamiliar with Islamic governance. Qadhi also addresses the specific grievances raised by rebels—such as the alleged burning of Mushafs, the exile of Abu Dharr, and other accusations—arguing that while some contain kernels of truth, they were largely exaggerated or distorted. The lecture provides a contextualized narrative of Uthman’s reign, the factors contributing to his assassination, and the broader implications for the Muslim ummah.