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Expan. Muslim World
Expansion of the Muslim World
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Caliph | A leader of the Muslim community who ruled after the death of Muhammad. |
| Sunni | A member of the largest branch of Islam. Sunnis believed the Muslim community could choose the caliph who would lead them. |
| Shia | A member of a branch of Islam that believed Muslim leaders should come from Muhammad’s family. |
| Dynasty | A series of rulers from the same family or family line. |
| Sufism | A tradition within Islam that focuses on developing a close, personal connection with God. |
| Sultan | A Muslim ruler or leader, especially one who held political and military power. |