Mohammed Artan is a publisher, student of Islāmic discipline and historian. He was born in Somalia, raised in the Netherlands and, now […]
The Schools Of Thought
There are two major sects in Islam, Sunni and Shia. Sunni are the largest group, roughly 85% of the Muslim world
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3-10: Mecca And Medina
Instead of bringing peace, the Umayyad victory at Karbala brings even more instability to the Empire.
3-9: Sunnis And Shias
A brief overview of the similarities and differences between Sunni and Shia.
3-8: Husayn And Karbala Part 2
Husayn and his group are trapped at Karbala. He tries to negotiate with Banu Umayyah, but it goes nowhere.
3-7: Husayn And Karbala Part 1
Husayn is unaware of the fate of his cousin, Muslim ibn Aqeel, in Kufah. The last thing Husayn knew, the Shia in Kufah were waiting for him.
3-6: Muslim And Ubaydullah
Husayn sends his cousin, Muslim ibn Aqil, to see if he really does have support in Kufah. However, Yazid ibn Muawiyyah also sent his ruthless governor, Ubaydullah ibn Ziyad.
3-5: Husayn And Ibn Zubayr
Muawiyyah dies and as planned, his son Yazid succeeds him as Caliph. But there are many people in the Muslim Empire who do not agree with this.
3-4: Muawiyyah And The Caliphate
Muawiyyah and his administration have subdued the Muslim Empire. Most of Iraq has settled down and his detractors have fell silent. But Muawiyyah is concerned about the future. What’s going to happen when he’s gone?
3-3: Muawiyyah And Hujr
One of these men was Hujr ibn Adi, a companion and commander in Ali’s army. When he heard the Umayyads cursing Ali, he would shout at them and to make them stop.