After the Prophet's death, the four Rightly Guided Caliphs—Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali—led the expanding Muslim community. Major Literature and Biographical Works
The Sahaba were tasked with:
The only Sahabi mentioned by name in the Qur'an (Surah Al-Ahzab).
The most critical contribution of the Sahaba is their role as the "transmission belts" of Islamic knowledge. The Quran was not revealed in a book format instantly; it was revealed orally over 23 years.
: They built the social, political, and judicial foundations of the early Muslim community, carrying the message of Islam far beyond the borders of Arabia. Prominent Figures Among the Sahaba