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Fundamentalism, strict religious obedience, spans 150M sq km, shaping millions from the U.S. to Iran with unyielding faith. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
Hajj is the sacred pilgrimage to Mecca required of all able Muslims, commemorating Abrahamic traditions and uniting millions of believers each year. For a detailed description, click on the article title.
A monotheistic religion based on the prophet Muhammad’s teachings and the biggest cultural and religious influence in north Africa.
The five fundamental tenets of the faith of Islam.
The branch of Islam regarding male descendants of Ali, the cousin and son-in-law of the Prophet Muhammad, as the only rightful successors to the Prophet Muhammad.
The branch of Islam regarding successorship to the Prophet Muhammad is a matter of consensus among religious elders.