Which of the following is a belief shared by Sunnis and Shias?

Question

imams are divinely inspired Muslim leaders
the Sunnah is the most important text of Islamic faith
any righteous male Muslim can become caliph
only relatives of Muhammad should be caliph

Answer 1

The belief shared by Sunnis and Shias from the options provided is that the Sunnah is the most important text of Islamic faith.

Both Sunni and Shia Muslims regard the Sunnah (the teachings and practices of the Prophet Muhammad) as an essential source of Islamic law and ethics, alongside the Quran.

The other options reflect key theological differences between Sunnis and Shias regarding leadership and authority within the Muslim community.