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Families of Religions ISLAM One deity |
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The Sunni school of thought A Muslim school of thought that recognizes the first four caliphs as the rightful successors to Muhammad. Adherents of this majority Muslim outlook are more willing to accept the leadership of any caliph whose rule affords proper exercise of religion and the maintenance of order in the Muslim world. A Sunni Muslim theocratic state is determined by the prevailing political realities of the Muslim world. The majority of the particular community determine the views and customs that will prevail. |
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