Which list of facts best characterizes a Shi‘a follower of Islam?(1 point)
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practices the Five Pillars of Islam, believes the Koran is the holy book, believes only prophets can earn exalted status
practices the Five Pillars of Islam, believes the Koran is the holy book, believes only prophets can earn exalted status
practices the Five Pillars of Islam, believes the Koran is the holy book, part of a group that makes up 85–90 percent of Muslims
practices the Five Pillars of Islam, believes the Koran is the holy book, part of a group that makes up 85–90 percent of Muslims
practices the Five Pillars of Islam, believes the Koran is the holy book, part of a group with 1.6 billion followers
practices the Five Pillars of Islam, believes the Koran is the holy book, part of a group with 1.6 billion followers
practices the Five Pillars of Islam, believes the Koran is the holy book, believes modern humans can earn exalted status
None of the provided options accurately characterize a Shi'a follower of Islam.
A more accurate list of facts characterizing a Shi'a follower of Islam would include:
- Belief in the Imamate, which is the belief in the leadership of the Imams who are considered the spiritual successors to Prophet Muhammad
- Participation in Muharram rituals, particularly mourning the martyrdom of Imam Hussein
- Belief in the concept of Taqiyya, which allows for concealing one's faith under certain circumstances
- Emphasis on the importance of martyrdom in the defense of Islam