Respuesta :
The main difference between Sunni and Shia Muslims is what both of them are based on:
- Shia is based on the Holy book of Quran
- Sunni is based on the Six Pillars of Iman
Explanation:
Diversity isn't just present in regions but also religion. The two most recognized denominations of Islam religion are Shia and Sunni.
Shia Muslims have their religion based on the Holy book of Quran. According to them, the power of choosing his representative lies with God himself and no one can oppose what the Quran chooses. This representative will be the one safeguarding the Islam religion.
The bases of Sunni religion begins from the Six Pillars of Iman. They are the six articles of faith followed by Sunni passionately. The articles are:
- Reality of one God Allah
- Existence of angels of Allah
- Authority of the books of Allah
- Following the prophets of Allah
- Preparation for and belief in the Day of Judgment
- Supremacy of Allah’s will – belief in predestination good or bad is from Allah alone
Other things that may differentiate a Sunni Muslim from a Shia Muslim are:
- Following different idols - Ali (Shia), Abu Bakr (Sunni)
- Sunni has more followers than Shia
- Regional recognition - Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Syria (Shia); Africa, China, South Asia, Arab (Sunni)
