Where did differences between Sunni and Shia muslims come from?
The differences between Sunni and Shia Muslims arose from a disagreement over the choice of Muhammad's successor
What is the largest denomination of Islam?
Sunni Islam
Where does the name come from?
from the word Sunnah
What does that refer to?
to the exemplary behaviour of the Islamic prophet Muhammad
Who was the first caliph?
Abu Bakr
Did Muhammad choose a successor?
According to Sunni traditions, Muhammad did not clearly designate a successor
How did the muslim community act?
according to his sunnah
Who was Muhammad's son-in-law?
Ali ibn Abi Talib
What clan was he from?
the same one as Muhammad
What was the name of it?
Banu Hashim
Why do the Shia consider him legitimate?
because of his blood ties to Muhammad
How much of the earth's population do the Sunni constitute?
87–90%
Is it the largest in the world?
no