There was a divide between the Muslim world which gave way to the creation of the Sunni (majority) and Shi'a (minority).
no. the shiiah is sect within Islam religion.
the shiite and sunni comprised two factions within Islam religion.
In Islam, having a girlfriend or boyfriend outside of marriage is not permissible. Islam encourages relationships within the bounds of marriage and prohibits premarital relationships.
The 1300's to 1800's.
There is no one specific branch of Islam that can be characterized as the "most liberal." However, branches such as Sufism and progressive interpretations within Sunni and Shia Islam are often associated with more liberal and inclusive practices and beliefs. It's important to note that the level of liberalism or conservatism within Islam can vary among individuals and communities within any given branch.
No religion "inspired" the Ottoman Empire. The Ottoman Empire had Sunni Islam as its State Religion, but it was not a view or tenet of Islam to create an Ottoman Empire.
Yes, it is permissible in Islam to pray early as long as it is within the prescribed times for each prayer.
Suffis were religious mystics within classical Islam civilizations.
there are 2 main groups shiites and sunnis then there are branches within each
Yes, using condoms is considered permissible in Islam as a means of contraception within the bounds of marriage.
You start lovemaking with your wife (within licit marriage) by oral sex as a foreplay. Refer to related question below on oral sex within Islam.
Sunni Islam and Shiite Islam are the largest categories (counting >99% of all Muslims worldwide).