Multiple choice

How do the beliefs of Shiite & Sunni Muslims differ?

  1. Sunnis seek God through mysticism

  2. Sunnis are followers of Muhammad's son-in-law, Ali

  3. Shiites believe the true successors are descendants

  4. Sunnies are not followers of Muhammad
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Explanation

The primary split between Sunni and Shiite Muslims originated over the question of succession. Shiites believe leadership should have stayed within the Prophet's family, starting with Ali.

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