The Caliphs Professor Mohamed Ahmed Hamed mentions in his book on the Khatmiyya an important aspect of the Caliph's role and his position in the Tariqa, highlighting the characteristics he must possess. He says: "In short, the Caliph must do what Imam Al-Khatm would have done if he were in that region. This is what Al-Khatm referred to when he said, 'My Caliph is like myself.' The Caliph must be diligent in attending Hadrat, gatherings, and congregational prayers, urging the disciples of the Tariqa to remembrance and to attend religious celebrations, which are the conferences of the Tariqa. He must be a role model, knowledgeable in religious and worldly matters."

The Caliph is the representative of the Tariqa in his region, and he is the link between the followers and the leadership of the Al-Marghani House. A number of Caliphs played important roles in the progress of the Khatmiyya Tariqa. Some of them were so devoted and loyal that they left their homes to be in the company of the Al-Marghanis wherever they went and wherever they were. The Caliphs have utmost importance in the Tariqa. Mohamed Othman (Al-Khatm) spoke about a number of his Caliphs in his writings, which indicates their status with him.

Mohamed Ahmed Hamed Mohamed: Previous source, p. 93.