Shia-Sunni Divide
Vali and Krista delve into the historical and theological disparities between Shia and Sunni Muslims, highlighting how the Shia's belief in bloodline succession contrasts with the Sunni's selection of companions of the prophet. They explore how Shia piety, centered around shrine visitation and saint worship, shapes their religious authority differently from Sunni practices.In this clip
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