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Islam does not propose unique systems of belief contingent on location as some religions do and holds that the Umma (Islamic Nation) is an undivided whole whose practices should be held in unison. Of course, factual realities prevent this desired unity. These realities are divided in two major categories:
Differences Between Sects and Schools: As it stands there are several different sects and schools (sect sub-divisions) of Islam and the presence of any one sect or school in a certain region is often predicated on where a country's borders are. While there are not tremendous differences between sects, there are some different practical differences. Shiites and Hanafi Sunnis do not eat shellfish. Shiites also respect the line of Infallible Imams whereas Sunnis respect the line of Caliphs after the Death of 'Ali. There are other differences and more can be read about those in the Related Question on Sunni-Shiite Differences and the Branching of Islam Question.
Some examples include how:
- Ibadi Islam (a sect different from Sunni or Shiite Islam) makes up 75% of the Omani population, but does not exceed 2% population of any other country's Muslim population in the world.
- Almost all of Africa (west of Egypt) that is Sunni belongs to the Maliki school of Sunni Islam.
- Zaydi Shiites exist primarily in what used to be North Yemen and the bordering area in Saudi Arabia. There are few Zaydis outside of this region today
- Twelver Shiites predominantly live in areas that were under historical Persian control or influence.
Pre-Islamic Cultures and Syncretism: Additionally, most Islamic leaders never took the time to stamp out Pre-Islamic cultural characteristics that existed in countries where Islam became dominant. This was especially true in places beyond the edge of the Islamic Empires where Islam spread through cultural contact, like Sub-Saharan Africa and Indonesia. In these places, the culture strongly impacted Islamic ritual and practice in what is called syncretism or blending.
Some examples include how:
- Muslims in India visit Sufi tombs for luck and protection even though Islamic teachings do not accord these tombs any powers of Divine Intercession. This mimics Hindu practices of praying at the tombs of dead Hindu Saints.
- Muslims in Nigeria sometimes use "magical" potions and remedies since they believe in the power of demons. Islamic Law strongly opposes the use of any magic or sorcery.
- Muslims in the American Nation of Islam used to believe that Blacks were a superior race to Whites. Islamic Law makes clear that all people are equal before God regardless of race.
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What countries use the law of sharia?
All Muslim countries. In addition, these laws exist in Muslim communities elsewhere, This law is codes of conduct.
Why did Michele not accompany President to Saudi Arabia?
Obama is a Muslim, and by Muslim law, he would not be allowed to bring his wife into the countries that accept Sharia Law
Does Israel support Sharia Law?
Sharia Law is recognized, but not enforced, by Israel for Muslim citizens. The Muslim clergy and courts are given authority to practice their laws, as long as they don't contradict general Israeli and international law.
Which groups are most at risk because of sharia law?
Sharia law is the law of Almighty God so no one is at risk ANSWER 2: Sharia law is not in the Qur'an and is, therefore, manmade law. It is also known to differ somewhat according to the country in which a Muslim lives. The group most at risk under sharia law would be homosexuals.
What countries do not follow sharia law?
Shia Answerall sunni countries have their Owen sharia which is not actually Islamic sharia,their main source of hadith was abu huraira who was a Jew of khaibar after the defeat of khaiber by Hazrat Ali he converted to Islam he was very cleaver that's why our beloved Prophet Muhammad named him abu huraira father of cat.he injected Jewish element in hadith which is followed by all sunni`s in fiq abu hanifa is having great majority was child of parsi parents,so all sunni countries have non Islamic sharia,only shia jafari school is Islamic because Imam jafer sadiq was great grand son of prophet and he save his grandfathers sunna in writing,Iran is the brieghtest example of sharia.More Open AnswerFor those who still consider Ahl Sunna to be part of Islam and refuse to let obvious anti-Semitism cloud their judgment, there are numerous Arab and Muslim-majority countries that do not practice Shari'a law or intend to implement it. Morocco, Tunisia, Jordan, Lebanon, Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan, Kosovo, and Indonesia are all Muslim-majority countries which do not practice Shari'a Law.
What is the common between common law and sharia?
Common law is civil law and the principles of common law are developed through fairness and equity. Modern legal codes are derived from common law principals. Modern common law treats all people the same and all have the same rights. Sharia law is religious law and an extension of extreme patriarchal control. It is not based on fairness and logic. Women do not have equal protection or rights under Sharia.
When can Sharia not be applied?
A:Sharia can not be applied in countries that do not recognise sharia law. In dual-law nations, it can only be applied where the secular courts accept its precedence.
What is ecclestiatical law?
A body of law governing a church and/or its members. Generally applies to Christian denominations. Muslim Law is referred to as Sharia.
What is Ch-aria in Islam?
I think you are referring to Sharia, also spelled Shariah in English. This is another word for the religious law that Muslims observe. It is the rules and the established customs that tell believers how to follow Islam: it can involve marriage law, property law, dietary restrictions, and all other aspects of the Muslim's religious life. It is often implemented in Muslim countries by Islamic courts, which decide when the law has been violated, or even decide the punishment if crimes were committed. Some American politicians have tried to make Sharia Law sound scary, and it is true that in certain extremely religious Muslim countries, a very harsh interpretation of this law has caused women to be seriously restricted, but for the most part, Sharia Law is no more scary or onerous than Christian or Jewish or Hindu law. It depends how conservative and fundamentalist the religious establishment is, and how the law is implemented. In some Muslim countries, and also in America, there is a much more moderate interpretation of Sharia, and American Muslims are fully able to integrate into American life as a result, without sacrificing the religious beliefs they cherish.
Which Middle Eastern Country practices strict Sharia Law?
Sharia law is practiced in Many Islamic countries. It is most stricly practiced in Saudi Arabia.
The system of sharia was developed to join together what and what in the Islamic countries?
Religion; Law
Can the Islamic world ever bear a government that does not hold to Sharia law?
If a society is saturated with religion, not likely; Turkey should be an indication of what Muslim countries would be like, if they were ruled by a secular authority.
