Why did the Sunni and Shiite split?

They chose sides following the death of the Islamic prophet Muhammad in AD 632. A dispute over succession to Islamic prophet Muhammad as a caliph of the Islamic community spread across various parts of the world, which led to the Battle of Jamal and Battle of Siffin.

Why do Shias believe in Imams?

Shi’a Muslims believe that imams are leaders appointed by God to be Muhammad’s successors. Shi’a Muslims believe that imams are inspired by God, are without sin and are infallible, which means that they can interpret the teachings of the Qur’an without making any errors.

Is Saudi Arabia Hanafi?

The Hanafi is in western Asia, the Shafi`i in Southeast Asia and the Hanbali (the most conservative) is found primarily in Saudi Arabia and the Persian Gulf states.

What is the purpose of Ramadan?

What is the main purpose of Ramadan? During Ramadan, Muslims aim to grow spiritually and become closer to Allah and their loved ones. They do this by fasting and abstaining from pleasures like smoking, drinking and sexual intercourse between sunrise and sunset each day.

Who should be the imam in prayers?

When praying in congregation, the people stand in straight parallel rows behind the chosen imam, facing qibla. The imam, who leads the congregation in salat, is usually chosen to be a scholar or the one who has the best knowledge of the Qur’an, preferably someone who has memorised it in its entirety (a hafiz) .

Are Syed Sunni or Shia?

The Syed can be found among both Shia and Sunni Muslims (Joshua Project n.d.a; Encyclopedia.com n.d.a). A study on the ancestry of the Syed indicates that Syed is a “common honorific title given to male Muslims belonging to certain families claiming descent from the Prophet Muhammad” (Belle, et al. Sept. 2010, 217).

What is the doctrine of Shia?

Shia doctrine is based on the teachings of the imams, descendants of Muhammad who were the original and sole interpreters of the Qur’an and Islamic articles of faith. Most Shia adhere to the Ithna ‘Ashariyah or “Twelver” tradition, which is the official state religion of Iran.