Muslim Schism: How Islam Split into the Sunni and Shia Branches

Kings and Generals historical animated documentary series on the early history of Islam, as we discuss the events that led to the schism within the Muslim community, as Islam split into two branches - Sunni and Shia Islam. This happened in the latter stages of the Early Muslim Expansion, as the Rashidun caliphs - Umar, Uthman and Ali were assassinated, which led to the war of succession, killing of Ali's son Husayn in Karbala, and the creation of the Umayyad dynasty under Muawiyah I.

Production Music courtesy of EpidemicSound

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[HistoryOfRevolutions]

"Death with honor is better than a life of degradation"

- Hussain Ibn Ali

[JohnnyElRed]

They knew the risk of killing the prophet's grandson.
They did it anyways.

[peterweicker]

It's a little embarrassing to get this far without knowing about such a pivotal event in world history. Thank you for shedding light.

[dktfolo]

One thing that is interesting for me is that, Ali and his sons, Hasan and Husein, have never been dictators, they didn't want to achieve political power in any cost, they always considered people, I think they were the men of democracy in their own time and situation.

[hki]

"Seeking justice left me with no friends"
Imam Ali.

[OfficialDenzy]

I feel bad for Ali and his sons. They were brave and honest men

[yhyzkte]

The Prophet Muhammad said to Ali
O Ali, no one loves you except a believer and no one hates you except a hypocrite

[agostocobain]

As a Iranian, when speaking about Ali (AS) I don't know whether to speak about his sorrow, or to speak about his greatness. Love to all our Sunni brothers La Illah Ila Allah Muhammad Rasul Allah

[danielconde]

Learned a lot from this one. As an European and Christian, it's wonderful to have such a topic described this way. Never knew why Muslim women did that gesture of mourning, and the sign of respect towards some of these pivotal figures by subsequently mentioning "Peace be upon him" after saying their names.

Easy to love this channel.

Happy Ramadan to all Muslims.

[retest]

I am a muslim, yet I never learned about this at school. And now I've held a master degree. This channel is a blessing in disguise. No channel has ever covered this topic in detail before. God bless this channel and its patrons.

[ambygirl]

I am a non Muslim. After watching this video it appears to me that Ali was the true successor. Just my opinion I am not biased in any way, just looking at the facts.

[sravasaksitam]

Not even Muslim and the story of Husayn still makes me cry.

[mahdialqallaf]

Ali known for being the bravest and strongest warrior in his generation. He never fought under any commandment after the prophet's death (think why)... Also did not start a civil war in Madina to regain his stolen position. He always put Islam interest first. A true leader. My leader.

[lponghd]

Having many people around me does not increase me in strength,
nor does standing alone make me feel forlorn.
Imam Ali (AS)

[turrican]

I am a sunni, but killing the family of Prophet Mohammad was extremely wrong. If I lived at that time, I would certainly back Hussain.😢

[zakhaid]

“People are of two types: they are either your brothers in faith or your equals in humanity.” Imam Ali

[WarriorsTale]

As a Christian, K&G always puts up great and entertainingly educational content. Happy Ramadan to you my Muslim friends.

[StormBlessed]

"Be afraid of a gentleman when he is hungry, and of a mean person when his stomach is full." - Ali ibn Abu Talib

[uncharted-with-shayon]

Hold firmly to the rope of Allah together and do not become divided.

Quran - 3:103

[Malinaqi]

Abu Bakr and Umar rushing over to the meeting while Ali stayed behind to bury the Prophet tells you all you need to know about who actually deserves to be the successor of the Ummah