Commenting on the words of Allah, "Should you dispute about anything refer it to Allah and the Messenger" (4:59), Ata explained that it means that in the event of a disagreement one should consult the Book of Allah, and also the prophetic way.
Isaga oo ka hadlayay hadalka Eebe, "Haddii aad ku murmi wax ku Dooddaan Arrin u Celiya Eebe iyo Rasuulka" (4:59), Ata sharxay in ay ka dhigan tahay in ay dhacdo ah ee khilaafaadka waa mid la tasho kitaabka Eebe, iyo sidoo kale ka Jidka kuwii nebiyada.