In order to understand why a conflict occurs, we must first look at the origins. The reason for this is simply to have all the facts in grasp because knowing why something begins is key to understanding why it continues.
There are two main factions within the religion of Islam, Sunni and Shia. These groups have been all over the news lately and perhaps you have heard of them recently.
The reason for this rift in Islam is ideology on who should be the Caliph, or successor, of Islam, sort of like a leader. The original leader of Islam was known as Muhammad the Prophet, who founded the religion as the messenger of Allah.
After Muhammad's death is when problems arose; Sunni believed that whoever has the knowledge and capability of being a good leader should rule, while Shia believed that only a descendant of Muhammad should inherit the caliphate.
-Differing opinions will create conflicts, and if they get out of hand, violence may ensue.
There are two main factions within the religion of Islam, Sunni and Shia. These groups have been all over the news lately and perhaps you have heard of them recently.
The reason for this rift in Islam is ideology on who should be the Caliph, or successor, of Islam, sort of like a leader. The original leader of Islam was known as Muhammad the Prophet, who founded the religion as the messenger of Allah.
After Muhammad's death is when problems arose; Sunni believed that whoever has the knowledge and capability of being a good leader should rule, while Shia believed that only a descendant of Muhammad should inherit the caliphate.
-Differing opinions will create conflicts, and if they get out of hand, violence may ensue.