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What are the two main groups of Islam? |
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The ruler/leader of Islam |
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Who were the first 4 Caliphs after Muhammad? |
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Who was the first Caliph after Muhammad? When did he rule? |
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Who follows Abu Bakr as Caliph? When does he rule? How does he die? |
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Who follows Umar? When does he rule? How does he die? |
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How followed Uthman? When did he rule? How he his rule end? |
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Ali
- 656-661
- Was overthrown by a powerful ruler
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80% of Muslims are Sunni or Shi'a? |
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How do Sunni's select a leader? |
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Who believes in Imam-possessor of special knowledge? |
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How do Shi'a Muslims select a leader? |
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Handed down from Ali and to his male line |
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- Mystical tradition tradition of Islam
- Believe in pursing God in the present world through prayer and devotion
- Seek union with God through personal disciplines
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