Lesson 3: The Split in Islam Flashcards
1
Q
Sunni
A
-Believe the leader of Islam should be Chosen by consensus
-85% of Muslims Today
2
Q
Shia
A
-Believe leader of Islam should be related to Muhammad
-15% of Muslims today
-Centered in Iran, Iraq, & Azerbaijan
3
Q
Abu Bakar
A
-Friend of Muhammad
-Sunni Leader
-First Caliph
4
Q
Ali
A
-Brother-in-law of Muhammad
-4th Caloph
-Shia Leader
5
Q
Caliph
A
-Religious and Political leader of Islam