branch of Islam that believes that Ali succeeded Muhammad as leader, and that their leaders have special sacred wisdom.' name='description'> Shi'a - definition and meaning

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  • proper noun The branch of Islam that believes that Ali succeeded Muhammad as leader, and that their leaders have special sacred wisdom.
  • noun One who follows Shi'ah Islam; a Shi'ite.

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From Arabic شيعة (shii`a) (faction)

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