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There are more than two groups of Muslims, but the dominant two sects of Islam (accounting for >99% of all Muslims) are the Sunnis and Shiites. To read about their differences, please see the Related Question below.

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Q: What are the two groups of Muslims today and what do they believe differently from each other?
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