Islam: Shi'a Sunni Divide Flashcards Preview

RS > Islam: Shi'a Sunni Divide > Flashcards

Flashcards in Islam: Shi'a Sunni Divide Deck (11)
Loading 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