1) The Companions are the best of humanity after the Messenger and Prophets
2) Following the COmpanions is predicated on believing in their virtue and credibility
3) The virtue of Abu Bakr, Umar, & Uthman
4) There is no schism or conflict between the Companions and the household of the Prophet
5) One should refrain from delving into the conflict between the Companions & the conditions that may allow such an investigation