The main difference lies in leadership after the Prophet. Shias believe the Imam must be appointed from the Prophet’s family by God, while Sunnis believe the leader (Caliph) can be chosen from among the Prophet’s companions.
The main difference lies in leadership after the Prophet. Shias believe the Imam must be appointed from the Prophet’s family by God, while Sunnis believe the leader (Caliph) can be chosen from among the Prophet’s companions.