Sunnis vs. Shiites vs. Kurds There are three ethnicity-based governments in Iraq that absolutely hate each other and do not get along at all. Many factors play into the instabilities of the governments ran by the Sunnis‚ Shiites‚ and Kurds. The roles of the Sunnis‚ Shiites‚ and Kurds greatly impact the modern and future issues of Iraq. The only problem existing between them is that they do not have the ability to interact with each other. The opposing views of the Sunni‚ Shiite‚ and Kurdish
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In Iraq ( sunni‚ shiite) Origin The Sunni-Shiite split actually started right after Muhammad’s death in 632. His death led to the dispute over his successor. Since he was the founder of Islam‚ he was the undisputed leader. However‚ Mohammad died without a son (who would have automatically inherited his father’s authority) and without a clear will. Value The Muslims eventually split into two groups‚ the Sunnis ("tradition") and Shiites ("party of Ali"). Both sides had differing views on both
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Like many‚ Islam is a divided religion consisting of two separate‚ yet common sects. As an entirety‚ Islam was founded by Mohammed in the seventh century around the Saudi Arabia area. All Muslims‚ from both sects‚ agree that Allah is the only God and Muhammad his messenger. Another prominent similarity is in their sacred ritual of prayer‚ which are nearly identical; the Shiites will stand with their hands at their sides‚ while Sunnis will put their hands on their stomachs. Both ranches also following
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Analysis: Sunni and Shiite The conflict between the Sunni and the Shiites dates all the way back to the seventh century. These two groups are both Islamic but were split in two after the prophet Muhammad died. He passed leadership onto his close companion‚ Abu Bakr. However‚ many opposed this rule of Bakr. Numerous people believed that Ali ibn Abu Talib should be next in line; he was Muhammad’s cousin and son-in-law. Followers of Abu became the Sunnis‚ and followers of Ali became the Shiites. The
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A Comparison Between the Sunnis and Shiites Have you ever wondered about other religions that are out there and why they are out there? I have and that is why I chose to write my paper on the Sunnis and Shiites. Read on to learn more about a brief history and then I will break each of them into separate religions. In books written on Islam the word "hadith" usually refers to the sayings or "traditions" which have been given from the Prophet. Muslims hold these to be the most important source of
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earlier anxiety over the decline of the Shiite population decline‚ as well as the consequent policy shift‚ testify to the concern among the Iranian leadership about the changing trend in the ethno-religious
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Differences between Shiite and Sunni Islam Charles Rasmussen Grand Canyon University INT 463 Differences between Shiite and Sunni Islam Mohammed founded the religion around the seventh century in Medina‚ just north of Mecca. His religion was divided into two factions. The two branches that arose from his founding are the Sunni and the Shiites. This was due in part because Mohammed left no clear successor to fill his role as the sole leader. Ali‚ Mohammed’s son was finally named
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The Sunni and the Shi’a are the two main sects of Islam. There has always been antagonism between both sects of Islam. They both have several similarities and differences. They both believe that the most powerful and most merciful is Allah. They both accept that Muhammad (pbuh) was the last prophet‚ and the Quran is the last revelation of Allah. However‚ they have different point of views in Islam which causes tensions between both sects. The Sunni’s and Shi’as have several similarities and
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Over the centuries‚ Islam has changed significantly. Today’s Islamic traditions differ a significant amount from traditions in the past. Modern Islam itself is split into 2 branches: Shia Islam and Sunni Islam. The difference between the two is that Shia Islamics believe that ayatollahs‚ or high ranking clerics‚ are visual representations of their god on earth. They also believe that Muhammad’s kin should eventually become his successors. Sunni Muslims rely on the practices of their prophet‚ and
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Many people consider the split between the Shiites and Sunni similar to the split between Protestants and Catholics. Both events played big roles in the forming of our world as it is today‚ showing us the pros and cons of those situations. A similar occurrence could very well happen in the future. The split between the Sunnis and Shiites occurred in year 632 after the death of the Prophet Muhammad. What the difference was between the Sunni and Shiite people was who they wanted to follow up Muhammad
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