The Shiite argued that only descendents of Muhammad and his daughter _________ could claim to rule legitimately.

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According to Shiite beliefs, only those who are direct descendants of Muhammad and his daughter Fatimah, through her husband Ali, can hold legitimate leadership positions. Aisha, Yasmina, and Sawda were not Muhammad's daughters and Khadijah was his wife but not his daughter.

The Shiite Argued That Only Descendents of Muhammad and His