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Describe the split in the Muslim community caused by Muhammad’s death.

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Can't say it better myself.

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The Sunni and Shia disagreed about who should lead them after Muhammad’s death. The Shia thought it should be a direct descendant of Muhammad, but the Sunni thought that a person who met all specified requirements and was a good leader should take over.

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