The movements that Sunni and Shi’a Muslims make during prayer can also differ. For example, Shi’a Muslims pray with their hands by their sides, whereas Sunni Muslims pray with their hands ...

Although Muslims are expected to pray five times each day, they are allowed to perform more prayers. For example, they might say extra prayers asking for forgiveness.

As dusk settles over Mbacke Kadior, a village in central Senegal, the rhythmic chants of the Muslim worshippers dressed in patchwork garments fill the air. Gathered in a tight circle outside a mosque, ...