Based on key tenets and practices, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community aligns more closely with the Sunni tradition of Islam.
Here's a breakdown:
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Acceptance of the Rightly Guided Caliphs: Ahmadis accept the legitimacy of the four Rightly Guided Caliphs (Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali) who succeeded Prophet Muhammad, a core tenet of Sunni Islam.
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Caliphate Succession: They believe that a caliph does not necessarily need to be a descendant of Prophet Muhammad, which again aligns with the Sunni perspective.
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Use of Hadith Literature: While Ahmadis may have their own interpretations, the use of collections of hadith like Kutub al-Sittah reflects the Sunni tradition.
It's important to note that while aligned with Sunni principles, Ahmadis also hold unique beliefs and interpretations that differentiate them from mainstream Sunni Islam.
