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Please see the two Related Questions below which discuss the differences of Sunnis with Shiites (together they represent >99% of Muslims) and for other much more minor sects like Ibadi, Ahmadi, etc.
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Are Sunnis or Shiites more numerous?
the sunni as majority compromise the main part of Muslims. in other words sunnism are larger that shiites as minority.
What is the difference between Islam and ism?
Islam is the religion and Muslims are the followers, not to be confused as being the same thing. Muslims differ in politics, laws and points of views to other Muslims, which isn't necesseraly always in accordance with Islam.
What are the two groups of Muslims today and what do they believe differently from each other?
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.
What are some good questions about Muslims?
There are a lot of good questions to ask about Muslims, including:Do you believe that the current schism between Shiites and Sunnis is superficial or does there still exist a serious fundamental divide between the two denominations?What are the Pillars of Islam and what do they represent?How is Islam organized as religious society?What is the current and historical relationship of Islam and the State?How educated are the average Muslims about the Fiqh and Shari'a in their traditions?How much are the actions and beliefs of modern Muslims a result of Islamic law and how much derives from the influence of pre-Islamic customs?What is it like to be a Muslim in a Western Country or a Muslim-Majority Country or an Eastern Country?What are the daily concerns of most Muslims?What are some Islamic holidays and what is their back-story?In addition to the Sunnis and the Shiites, are there other sects of Islam (either current or historical)?What are the major differences between all Islamic sects?
Where do sunnis and shi'ites live?
in many countries. but shia Muslims mainly in Iran, Iraq, Bahrain, Pakistan, Azerbaijan and more. other Muslim countries are mainly sunni with minor shia population.
Do Sunnis and Shiites both believe in jihad?
YES. Jihad is a Qur'anic injunction, so there is no difference between the Sunni and Shiite views of Jihad. The only Islamic group that rejects Jihad as a general concept is the Ahmadiyya community, who strictly view Jihad as an internal struggle.Both Sunnis and Shiites see Jihad as a tenet of Islam and a religious duty to strive in the way of God. There are two general ways to do this, the Greater Jihad and the Lesser Jihad. The Greater Jihad is an introspective journey to conquer your internal demons and follow the Divine Laws more closely than previously; this kind of jihad should be entirely peaceful. The Lesser Jihad refers to conflicts and confrontations between Muslims and Non-Muslims or other Muslims, which often erupt in war, but can also be performed through non-violent protests, debate, and advocacy. It is the Lesser Jihad which is often cast as a Holy War.
Do the Sunnis and Shiites hate each other?
Some Sunnis hate some Shiites and some Shiites hate some Sunnis, but the majority of the conflicts between them are not theological, but political, social, and economic. These labels work similarly to ethnic labels in the Balkans, ripping people and countries apart. It does not help that many Sunnis and Shiites purposely or unintentionally misconstrue the doctrines of the other in order to give Divine Legitimacy to what would otherwise be a vulgar brawl for resources.
Are there other Muslims beside sunni and shi'ite?
Yes. The Ibadi are recognized as a third legitimate sect by most Sunnis and Shiites. Additionally, there are sects like the Ahmadiyya which consider themselves to be Muslim, but this contention is challenged by both Sunni and Shiite Muslims do to the Ahmadiyya reverence for Ahmed Mirza Ghulam.
What is a muslim worship place in africa?
There is no difference in nomenclature. Muslims in Africa pray in Masjids and Jame'as (Mosques) just like all other Muslims.
What is the difference between Ramadan and Christmas have in common?
The diference between ramadan and christmas is that christmas is a christians holiday. In the other hand ramadan is a muslims holiday. In christmas we have party's. Also, it lasts for 12 days. In ramadan Muslims fast and it lasts for a month. They start from sunrise to sunset. In christmas you don't fast.
Are Shiites actually Muslims?
Yes. They perform all five of the pillars of Islam and claim the same legitimacy to the tradition as the Sunnis claim. The one historical distinction is that they were the minority political rivals of the Sunnis, leading to their development of a unique tradition.Shia as minority comprise the most important part of Muslims. the shia like the Sunni believe in unity of God, the day of resurrection and prophecy as three basic principles in Islam religion. they , in spite of these principles, believe in justices and Imamate as other principles.
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