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Meanings of shiah islam in English

One of the two main branches of orthodox Islam; mainly in Iran.

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Examples for "Shiah"
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The call to prayer from the minarets was adapted to Shiah taste.
The Great Events by Famous Historians, Volume 05 / (From Charlem...
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The Shiah, however, gradually evolved ideas that seemed even closer to Christian incarnation.
A history of god: the 4000-year quest of judaism, christianity, ...
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He had subjugated Eastern Persia by that time and founded the Shiah religion.
A Forgotten Empire (Vijayanagar): A Contribution to the History ...
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The various branches of the Shiah traced the divine succession differently.
A history of god: the 4000-year quest of judaism, christianity, ...
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He might have been a Sûni-but he was a Shiah.
The Adventures of Hajji Baba of Ispahan
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They said the attack took place in the Shia district of Shaab.
The Irish Times
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Four car bombs hit Shia districts of the Iraqi capital yesterday afternoon.
The Irish Times
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In southern Iraq, the battle for votes between Shia parties is intensifying.
BBC
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They are thought to include Shia who took part in anti-government protests.
Radio NZ
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As Shia Muslims, they differed from the main Sunni branch of Islam.
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