Islam in Oman

This sector is closely followed by Sunni Muslims. The Shi'a minority live along Al Batinah and Muscat coasts. This minority includes the Al-Lawatis , the Bahranis of Bahrain descent, and the Ajam , of vague origin but generally considered to originate in Iran. Many people think that Ibadism is an outgrowth of the Kharijites movement, a variant form of Islam practiced by descendants of a sect that seceded from the principal Muslim body after the death of the Prophet Muhammad in 632 . Ibadies, however, deney this notion considering themselves ougrowthing from the famous follower (tabe'e) Jabir bin Zaid. Ibadies reject primogeniture succession of the Quraysh, the tribe of Muhammad, and assert that leadership of Islam, the caliphate, should be designated by an imam elected by the community from candidates who possess spiritual and personal qualities. Ibadhi leadership is vested in an imam, who is regarded as the sole legitimate leader and combines religious and political authority. The imam is elected by a council of prominent laymen or shaykhs. Adherence to Ibadism accounts in part for Oman's historical isolation. Ibadis were not inclined to integrate with their neighbours, as the majority of Sunni Muslims regard Ibadism as a heretical form of Islam.

The majority of Omanis are Ibadi Muslims, followers of Abd Allah ibn Ibad . This next biggest group are Sunni Muslims. The Shi'a minority live along Al Batinah and Muscat coasts. This minority includes the Al-Lawatis , the Bahranis of Bahraini descent, and the Ajam , who are of unclear origins but whose putative point of origin is Iran.

Virtually all Omanis profess Islam ; 70% of the population of Oman follow the Ibadi School of Abd-Allah ibn Ibadh . Ibadism represents the only remaining expression of Kharijism , which developed from 657 as a result of one of the first schisms within Islam. Omanis in their traditional dress "Oman" . CIA – The World Factbook .

Overview of Islam in Oman Islam in Oman (2020) Sunni Islam (45.0%) Ibadi Islam (45.0%) Shia Islam (5.00%) Other (5.00%) Islam is the state-religion in Oman. The country is 95% Muslim . Both Sunni Islam and Ibadi Islam have a following of about 45%, while 5% identify as Shia Muslims. Islam spread to Oman in the early years. CIA – The World Factbook .

Prophet's Letter to the Dual Kings of Oman Islam is the state religion in Oman, introduced during Muhammad 's lifetime in the early 7th century. Muhammad appointed Amr ibn al-As as governor, who remained until Muhammad's death in 632 CE . Amr and Sa'id ibn Aws al-Ansari delivered Muhammad's letter to the Al-Julanda brothers; the rulers of Oman, inviting them to embrace Islam. This peaceful mission marked the beginning of Islam in Oman. Today, 95.9% of Oman's population is Muslim, with slightly over 45% following Sunni Islam, and around 45% Ibadi Islam, with the other 5% identifying as Shia Muslims. United States Department of State .