Question

Which of the following statements are true about Wahhabism? (Select all that apply)(4 points)

Wahhabism is a form of Shia Islam.

Wahhabis believe in rejecting modern interpretations of the Quran

Wahhabism has the most influence in Saudi Arabia

Wahhabism is a branch of Sunni Islam.

Wahhabis advocate for a government based on the original teachings of Islam

Wahhabis embrace modern interpretations of the Quran

Wahhabism originated in modern-day Iran.

Answer 1

True:
- Wahhabis believe in rejecting modern interpretations of the Quran — Wahhabism emphasizes a return to the Quran and Sunnah and opposes what it sees as later innovations (bidʿah) or liberal reinterpretations.
- Wahhabism has the most influence in Saudi Arabia — the movement originated in Najd and is closely tied to the Saudi state.
- Wahhabism is a branch of Sunni Islam — it is a conservative Sunni reform movement.
- Wahhabis advocate for a government based on the original teachings of Islam — they promote governance and law based on a strict reading of early Islamic sources.

False:
- Wahhabism is a form of Shia Islam — incorrect; it is Sunni.
- Wahhabis embrace modern interpretations of the Quran — incorrect; they generally oppose modernizing reinterpretations.
- Wahhabism originated in modern-day Iran — incorrect; it began in central Arabia (now Saudi Arabia).