👉 Shiism is a religion that originated in the Arab world and is closely associated with the Prophet Muhammad. It is one of the five major religions in Islam, alongside Christianity, Judaism, Buddhism, and Hinduism. The name "Shiism" comes from the Arabic word "si-" which means "God," referring to the concept of God as the ultimate being or power. The religion's followers believe that their faith was established by Allah (God), who created the world and the angels in