ROAD TO MADINAH: FROM DA'WAH TO KHILAFAH AND RIYASAH

Abstract

The establishment of the Riyasat of Madinah (State of Madinah) represents the pinnacle of Islamic governance, integrating the principles of Da‘wah (preaching), Hijrah (migration), and Khilafah (Caliphate). This study adopts a qualitative approach, drawing from Islamic sources such as the Holy Qur’an, the Seerah of Prophet Muhammad (May Allah's peace and blessings be upon him), and the Athar of the Sahabah to delineate the key milestones necessary for achieving Khilafah and Riyasah. The research problem centers on identifying the sequential milestones and challenges associated with attaining Khilafah, clarifying how these elements contribute to the realization of Shari‘ah-based socio-political justice.Three hypotheses are explored: (1) Khilafah and Riyasah require a structured progression through defined milestones; (2) effective implementation demands continuous and strategic engagement in Da‘wah, following the prophetic model; and (3) Da‘wah remains a perpetual cycle, ensuring the continuity and expansion of Islamic teachings after the establishment of Riyasah. The study identifies eight critical milestones: Da‘wah, Deen (practices of prophetic teachings), Hijrah, Ma‘iyyat-ul-Allah (companionship of Allah), Qital (wars), Nusrat-ul-Allah (Divine aid), Izhar-ud-Deen (domination of religion), and Khilafah (inheritance of authority). The study reveals a cyclical process where the journey begins and ends with Da‘wah. The path to Khilafah and Riyasah follows a structured sequence of milestones, emphasizing the central role of Da‘wah. Understanding these milestones is crucial for achieving Khilafah and Riyasah. This work offers guidance to the Muslim Ummah in general and Du‘at (preachers) in particular regarding the milestones and objectives of Khilafah and Riyasah.Du‘at should prioritize the continuous pursuit of Da‘wah rather than awaiting the establishment of Khilafah and Riyasah as prerequisites. Consistency in Da‘wah lays the foundation for the establishment of Deen, socio-political justice, Muslim dominance, Khilafah, Tamkeen fil ‘Ard, and Riyasah.

Keywords: Da‘wah, Khilafah, Riyasah, State of Madinah, Socio-Political Justice