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What was the original cause of the split between Shia and Sunni Muslims within Islam?
A.
disagreement over the role of women in Islamic society
B.
disagreement over interpretations of the Qur'an
C.
disagreement over the role of religion in government
D.
disagreement over who should lead the faith
Please select the best answer from the choices provided.
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The split originated over who should succeed Prophet Muhammad as leader of the Muslim community (succession), with Shia supporting Ali and his descendants and Sunni supporting the elected caliphs.
The split originated over who should succeed Prophet Muhammad as leader of the Muslim community (succession), with Shia supporting Ali and his descendants and Sunni supporting the elected caliphs.
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