Sunni or Shia? | Who Are the Alevis?

ReligionForBreakfast August 1, 2025
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Compare news coverage. Spot media bias. Avoid algorithms. Try Ground News today and get 40% off your subscription by going to https://ground.news/religionforbreakfast Alevism is a mystical Islamic tradition in Turkey that don't fit neatly into Sunni nor Shi‘a categories. This video explores its Sufi-inspired rituals, sacred music, and why defining Alevism within Islam remains so complex. Join our Patreon community! https://www.patreon.com/religionforbreakfast Select imagery/video supplied by Getty Images and Reuters

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