wahhabism
/wəˈhɑbɪzəm/
noun
- A strict and conservative form of Sunni Islam that originated in the 18th century in Arabia, emphasizing a literal interpretation of the Quran and the rejection of practices seen as innovations.
- The spread of Wahhabism in the 20th century changed the religious landscape of several countries.
- Wahhabism has influenced religious practices in Saudi Arabia for centuries.
- Many scholars debate the role of Wahhabism in modern Islamic movements.