23/08/2022
Abu Bakr became the caliph right after the demise of the Prophet ﷺ. When he took over the office, various tribes tried to break away from the Ummah and revolted against the Caliphate. These revolts were entirely political and economic.
Abu Bakr quelled the uprisings with wisdom and clemency, and thus completed the unification of Arabia. He dealt creatively with the complaints of the rebels, and there were no reprisals taken against those who returned to the fold (K. Armstrong).
During the last months of his reign, campaigns were also sent for Syria and Persia. After his demise, these campaigns were carried out by his successors, especially Umar bin al-Khattab, under whose reign the Caliphate forces defeated the mighty Sassanids and the Byzantines in the Battles of Qadissiyah and Yarmouk respectively.
Abu Bakr's reign was very important, not just because of his victory over the rebels but also for the beginning of the Muslim Conquests of Syria and Persia. This would change the world forever.
Even as a caliph of this large Ummah, Abu Bakr led a very simple and pious life. He has been described as a man of wisdom, tolerance, good behaviour, and piety. His demise was certainly heartbreaking for the entire Muslim Ummah.