Islam: Shi'a Sunni Divide Flashcards
1
Q
Where does authority lie? (Sunni)
A
Qur’an, Hadith
2
Q
Where does authority lie? (Shi’a)
A
Qur’an, Hadith, Imamate families (Ahl al-bayt)
3
Q
How is the Qur’an interpreted? (Sunni)
A
Literally
4
Q
How is the Qur’an interpreted? (Shi’a)
A
Hidden meanings interpreted by Imams
5
Q
How many times a day do Sunnis pray?
A
5
6
Q
How many times a day do Shi’as pray?
A
3
7
Q
What is an Imam? (Sunni)
A
Ordinary leader chosen by community
8
Q
What is an Imam? (Shi’a)
A
Divine guides, descendants of Muhammed, 12 infallible Imams
9
Q
Who should have led after Muhammad’s death? (Sunni)
A
Abu Bakr, chosen by community
10
Q
Who should have led after Muhammad’s death? (Shi’a)
A
Ali
11
Q
Who prays with their heads on stones?
A
Shi’as
