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Muslims in world are near 80% sunni and near 20% shia. researchers have counted up to 260 sect for Islam that they all belong to categories Sunni and shia. the main category of Shia is 12 Imami shia and other sects of shia are nearly extincted.
there is at least 300,000,000 shia Muslims in world, but there is no clear stat. shias always have been controlled and killed during history and so usually they hide their beliefs. all 12 Imams of shia have been killed or spent their life in prison by Omayyads and Abbasids.
Twelver shia Muslims live in many countries. Iran is the main Shia county and the leader of Shia Islam in world. Twelver Shia Islam constitute the majority of the population in Iran (90%), Azerbaijan (75%), Bahrain (70%), Lebanon (65% of Muslims) and Iraq (65%), Yemen (45%). Other countries with a significant proportion of Shia are Syria (15%), Kuwait (35%), Pakistan (20%), India (23% of Muslims), Afghanistan (15%), Saudi Arabia (18%), Turkey (20%), United Arab Emirates (16%), Qatar (15%), Albania(25%).
other Muslim countries are mainly sunni with minor shia population. Qum in Iran and Najaf in iraq are two main city of Shia Islam.
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Who mainly practices Sufism?
Sufism is mainly practiced by the Muslims. But the Hindus, the Buddhists and the Christians also practice Sufism.
Which countires make up the indian subcontinent?
Mainly Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Nepal, Bhutan, Maldives and sometimes Afghanistan.
What are the predominant cultures and languages of north Africa?
North Africa is mainly home to Arabs who practice the Islamic culture. The most predominant language in the region is Arabic.
Where would a Muslim wear a tarboosh?
Mainly in Turkey and Morocco. However, Taroosh (head cap) is not an Islamic requirement for men to wear. It is due to specific countries traditions and practice.
What religion did ancient songhai have?
Songhai was mainly Islamic
Where is the Islamic religion mainly followed?
Mainly in the Middle East, but the proper answer is all over the world.
Why do Islamic women put henna on their hands?
It is a practice and tradition in some countries irrelevant being Islamic or non Islamic countries. The practice is not limited to Muslim women but also practiced by non Muslim women.
What language is spoken throughout the Islamic empire?
Arabic, mainly.
What countries have an Islamic political system?
It is Saudi Arabia mainly.
What religion does Dr Phil McGraw practice?
Islamic
What are people called that practice The Islamic religion?
Muslims
When do you say 'Subhanallah' in Islamic practice"?
"Subhanallah" is said in Islamic practice to express praise and admiration for Allah, typically in response to witnessing something awe-inspiring or beautiful.
