Fatwa #1156621 May 2004South Africa

Please explain the differences in beliefs of Shia, Sunni, Ismaili and Bohri Muslims. How do I find out which sect I belong to, if any?

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The only acceptable sect in Islam is the Ahlus Sunnah wal Jamaa.

All other sects are deviated from the straight path. Find attached the beliefs of Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaa.

and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best

Mufti Ebrahim Desai

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