Religious Diversity in the Middle East
... master, so this Ali is his master” • Was `Ali named as Muhammad’s successor? ...
... master, so this Ali is his master” • Was `Ali named as Muhammad’s successor? ...
“UNDERSTANDING ISLAM” with Imam
... Islam mandates obedience to those in authority wherever they live and the Holy Prophet of Islam taught that not just obedience but love of one’s place of residence is a part of a Muslim’s faith. In fact even if Muslims are persecuted and deprived of their freedoms, yet they are not allowed to take t ...
... Islam mandates obedience to those in authority wherever they live and the Holy Prophet of Islam taught that not just obedience but love of one’s place of residence is a part of a Muslim’s faith. In fact even if Muslims are persecuted and deprived of their freedoms, yet they are not allowed to take t ...
Muhammad died in 632. There was a debate among Muslims over
... Ali became Shi’as first Imam (in Shi’a this is the title given to Ali and his successors). However, Ali’s claims to be a leader were ignored by many Muslims. ...
... Ali became Shi’as first Imam (in Shi’a this is the title given to Ali and his successors). However, Ali’s claims to be a leader were ignored by many Muslims. ...
sunni/shia differences - Livingston Public Schools
... Some believe that, for a Muslim to have religiously correct worship and dealing, it is necessary to follow one of the four known schools of thought, whereas, "al-Shia alImamiyyah" school of thought is not one of them nor "al-Shia al-Zaidiyyah." Do your Excellency agree with this opinion, and prohibi ...
... Some believe that, for a Muslim to have religiously correct worship and dealing, it is necessary to follow one of the four known schools of thought, whereas, "al-Shia alImamiyyah" school of thought is not one of them nor "al-Shia al-Zaidiyyah." Do your Excellency agree with this opinion, and prohibi ...
EMERGING SHIA SECT OF 21ST CENTURY : ISMAILI MUSLIMS
... After centuries of living in taqiya* (conceal faith when under threat) and low profile in past Islamic world, Shia Ismaili Muslims are fast emerging as one of the most visible and internationally recognized Shia Ismaili Muslim communities of 21st century. Within the Shia theological framework, the c ...
... After centuries of living in taqiya* (conceal faith when under threat) and low profile in past Islamic world, Shia Ismaili Muslims are fast emerging as one of the most visible and internationally recognized Shia Ismaili Muslim communities of 21st century. Within the Shia theological framework, the c ...
Muslim Sects
... be the next caliph. This made Ali and his direct descendants Muhammad's successors. Ali was married to Fatimah, Muhammad's daughter from his wife Khadijah bint Khuwaylid. ...
... be the next caliph. This made Ali and his direct descendants Muhammad's successors. Ali was married to Fatimah, Muhammad's daughter from his wife Khadijah bint Khuwaylid. ...
A Sermon Without Dots - Al
... What is so special about this sermon? Those who know Arabic or can at least read the Qur’anic script will appreciate that certain letters of the Arabic alphabet have dots associated with them. These letters are listed below and are used all the time in Arabic speech and written texts. ...
... What is so special about this sermon? Those who know Arabic or can at least read the Qur’anic script will appreciate that certain letters of the Arabic alphabet have dots associated with them. These letters are listed below and are used all the time in Arabic speech and written texts. ...
Document
... Yazid I – the second Umayyad Caliph -- attacked Husayn at Karbila, Iraq at midday on Friday, the tenth of Muharram. The tragic circumstances of Husayn's martyrdom have become the most passionately commemorated event in all of Shi'ah Islam. ...
... Yazid I – the second Umayyad Caliph -- attacked Husayn at Karbila, Iraq at midday on Friday, the tenth of Muharram. The tragic circumstances of Husayn's martyrdom have become the most passionately commemorated event in all of Shi'ah Islam. ...
COMPARISON OF SUNNI AND SHI`A ISLAM
... There are two main sects in Islam: Sunni and Shi'ite. Sunni Islam is the largest denomination, although in some countries it is a minority. Sunnis have their historical roots in the majority group who followed Abu Bakr, an effective leader, as Muhammad's successor, instead of his cousin and son-in-l ...
... There are two main sects in Islam: Sunni and Shi'ite. Sunni Islam is the largest denomination, although in some countries it is a minority. Sunnis have their historical roots in the majority group who followed Abu Bakr, an effective leader, as Muhammad's successor, instead of his cousin and son-in-l ...
colo 2_13 - Grand Encampment, Knights Templar
... reenacted annually by devout Shiites and has come to represent the resistance of truth to materialistic tyranny. Things are further complicated in that the passing of the nass, or the spiritual authority to rule the religion, is often contested. Thus we have Caliphs suppressing Shiite movements, mur ...
... reenacted annually by devout Shiites and has come to represent the resistance of truth to materialistic tyranny. Things are further complicated in that the passing of the nass, or the spiritual authority to rule the religion, is often contested. Thus we have Caliphs suppressing Shiite movements, mur ...
Who will Replace Muhammad?
... most influential religions. His guidance and inspiration have led his people to create the most powerful empire in Southwest Asia and build a religious movement that will influence history for thousands of years. It is now the year 632, and Muhammad has died. Unfortunately, he never told anyone who ...
... most influential religions. His guidance and inspiration have led his people to create the most powerful empire in Southwest Asia and build a religious movement that will influence history for thousands of years. It is now the year 632, and Muhammad has died. Unfortunately, he never told anyone who ...
Sunni and Shia (Shiite) Islam
... There are two main sects in Islam: Sunni and Shi'ite. Sunni Islam is the largest denomination, although in some countries it is a minority. Sunnis have their historical roots in the majority group who followed Abu Bakr, an effective leader, as Muhammad's successor, instead of his cousin and son-in-l ...
... There are two main sects in Islam: Sunni and Shi'ite. Sunni Islam is the largest denomination, although in some countries it is a minority. Sunnis have their historical roots in the majority group who followed Abu Bakr, an effective leader, as Muhammad's successor, instead of his cousin and son-in-l ...
Fact Sheet - Center for Middle Eastern Studies
... difficult to penetrate, as the group tends to be secretive of its inner beliefs. There are however, strong elements of mysticism and numerology within the group. In the 10th century, an Isma'ili dynasty known as the Fatimids was founded and for a time established a claim to the title of caliph from ...
... difficult to penetrate, as the group tends to be secretive of its inner beliefs. There are however, strong elements of mysticism and numerology within the group. In the 10th century, an Isma'ili dynasty known as the Fatimids was founded and for a time established a claim to the title of caliph from ...
9. Authority in Islam
... What was the basic disagreement that brought into existence a division between Sunni and Shiite? What is the role of the Imam in Shiite belief? Who is the “Hidden Imam” and what is his role in Shiite life? In which country is the Hidden Imam’s influence believed to be strongest. To which Arabian tri ...
... What was the basic disagreement that brought into existence a division between Sunni and Shiite? What is the role of the Imam in Shiite belief? Who is the “Hidden Imam” and what is his role in Shiite life? In which country is the Hidden Imam’s influence believed to be strongest. To which Arabian tri ...
The Dissolution of the Caliphate
... • Piety attached to loyalty to `Ali and his descendants • Imam: True leader of the Muslim community • Both political and religious • Who are the Imams and what makes them special? ...
... • Piety attached to loyalty to `Ali and his descendants • Imam: True leader of the Muslim community • Both political and religious • Who are the Imams and what makes them special? ...
Living the Ethics of One`s Faith: The Aga Khan`s
... February 2014,“The Sunni position is that the Prophet nominated no successor, and that spiritual-moral authority belongs to those who are learned in matters of religious law. As a result, there are many Sunni imams in a given time and place.” However, according to the Shia doctrine, tradition, and i ...
... February 2014,“The Sunni position is that the Prophet nominated no successor, and that spiritual-moral authority belongs to those who are learned in matters of religious law. As a result, there are many Sunni imams in a given time and place.” However, according to the Shia doctrine, tradition, and i ...
Quran Sunna (of Prophet and imams)
... occultation and would return as the Mahdi. They set up armed camps for their followers in Syria, Southern Iraq and Algeria. All swore allegiance to the awaited imam. Prophets only gave the external part of the religion - each one had an ‘Inheritor’ who told the inner meaning of the faith (Jesus’ was ...
... occultation and would return as the Mahdi. They set up armed camps for their followers in Syria, Southern Iraq and Algeria. All swore allegiance to the awaited imam. Prophets only gave the external part of the religion - each one had an ‘Inheritor’ who told the inner meaning of the faith (Jesus’ was ...
Sects of Islam Part 1- Major Types of Islam 1. Sunni. The Sunni are
... Sects of Islam Part 1- Major Types of Islam 1. Sunni. The Sunni are so called because they believe that only the Sunna (Hadith) and the Qur’an are authoritative for Islam. They accept Qur'anic Law--the "orthodox" foundations of Qur'an and Hadith and the Shari'a based on them. They accept no line of ...
... Sects of Islam Part 1- Major Types of Islam 1. Sunni. The Sunni are so called because they believe that only the Sunna (Hadith) and the Qur’an are authoritative for Islam. They accept Qur'anic Law--the "orthodox" foundations of Qur'an and Hadith and the Shari'a based on them. They accept no line of ...
4 Community of Faith-Muslim Sects
... The next caliph (successor) should be the best individual- they don’t have to be related to the prophet. ...
... The next caliph (successor) should be the best individual- they don’t have to be related to the prophet. ...
Shi`ism File
... • 10-13% of Muslims • 11-14% in the Middle East-North Africa region • Around 70% of Shias live in Iran, Pakistan, India and Iraq. • Major Sects: Imami (Twelvers) Ismailis (Seveners) Zaydis (Fivers) • Twelvers, Ismailis and Zaidis • Disagreements among Shiites arose mostly concerning the line of succ ...
... • 10-13% of Muslims • 11-14% in the Middle East-North Africa region • Around 70% of Shias live in Iran, Pakistan, India and Iraq. • Major Sects: Imami (Twelvers) Ismailis (Seveners) Zaydis (Fivers) • Twelvers, Ismailis and Zaidis • Disagreements among Shiites arose mostly concerning the line of succ ...
History of Nizari Ismailism
The History of the Shī‘ah Imāmī Nizārī-Ismā'īlī Ṭarīqah from the founding of Islam covers a period of over 1400 years. It begins with the mission of the Islamic prophet Muhammad to restore to humanity the universality and knowledge of the oneness of the divine within the Abrahamic tradition, through the final message and what Shia believe was the appointment of Ali Ibn Talib as successor and guardian of that message in both the spiritual and temporal authority of Muhammad, through the institution of Imamate.A few months before his death, Muhammad who resided in the city of Medina made his first and final pilgrimage (Al Hajj) to Mecca, a journey referred to as The Farewell Pilgrimage. There, atop Mount Arafat, he addressed the Muslim masses in what came to be known as The Farewell Sermon. After completion of the Hajj pilgrimage, Muhammad journeyed back toward his home in Medina with other pilgrims.During the journey, Muhammad stopped at the desert oasis of Khumm, and requested other pilgrims gather together, and there he addressed them with the famous words: Following Muhammads death the Shiat Ali (Party of Ali) believed Ali had been designated not merely as the political successor to Muhammad (Caliph) but also his spiritual successor. And looked toward Ali and his most trusted supporters for both political and spiritual guidance. Ali's descendants were also the only descendants of Muhammad as Ali had married Muhammads only surviving progeny in the person of Fatima Az-Zahra. And through the generations the mantle of leadership of the Shi'at Al-Ali would pass through the progeny of Ali and Fatima known as the Ahl al-Bayt the (Household of Muhammad), embodied in the head of the family, the Imam. Among the Shia both the Ismāʿīli and Twelvers accept the same initial Imāms from the descendants of Muħammad through his daughter Fāṭima az-Zahra and therefore share much of their early history.