suuni(f): empty, desolate

Description of suuni: Suuni refers to a member of Sunni Islam, the largest branch of the religion comprising -% of Muslims worldwide, who follow the traditions of Prophet Muhammad as conveyed through his companions and the first four caliphs. Unlike Shiites, who believe leadership should have passed directly to Ali, suuni adherents accept Abu Bakr as the rightful initial successor elected by consensus. Differs from smaller sects like Khawarij by emphasizing balanced orthodoxy