Lexical entry

スンニ

sunni

The largest branch of Islam.

Society & InstitutionsPure GairaigoSource: Arabic

Meaning

Relating to the largest branch of Islam, which regards the first four caliphs as legitimate successors to Muhammad.

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イスラム

The Islamic religion.

スンナ

The traditional portion of Muslim law based on Muhammad's words or acts.

コーラン

The Islamic holy book, the Qur'an.

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