Sunni Islam

Definition of Sunni Islam as it relates to Religions, Monotheism, Muhammad, Sunnis, Prophet Muhammad

Sunni Islam is a major branch of Islam, which follows the teachings and example of Prophet Muhammad as recorded in the Hadiths and Sahih Bukhari. It is named after the Sunna, the Arabic word for "path" or "way," which refers to the traditions and practices established by the Prophet during his lifetime. Adherents of Sunni Islam believe in the unity and oneness of God (Tawhid) and follow the Five Pillars of Islam, which include Shahada (faith), Salat (prayer), Zakat (charity), Sawm (fasting during Ramadan), and Hajj (pilgrimage to Mecca). Sunni Muslims make up the majority of the global Muslim population and are found in various countries around the world. They follow one of four schools of Islamic jurisprudence, including Hanafi, Maliki, Shafi'i, and Hanbali, which provide guidance on religious and legal matters based on interpretations of the Quran and Hadiths.

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