The history of Islam in Somalia is as old as the religion itself. The early persecuted Muslims fled to various places in the region, including the city of Zeila in modern-day northern Somalia, so as to seek protection from the Quraysh. Somalis were among the first populations on the continent to embrace Islam. With very few exceptions, Somalis are entirely Muslims, the majority belonging to the Sunni branch of Islam and the Shafi`i school of Islamic jurisprudence, although a few are also adherents of the Shia Muslim denomination. COUNT 5
QSN1 In what geographic part of Somalia is Zeila located? ANS1 northern QSN2 From whom were the early Muslims fleeing? ANS2 the Quraysh QSN3 Along with the Shafi'i, to what sect of Islam do most Somalis belong? ANS3 Sunni QSN4 What is the majority religion in Somalia? ANS4 Islam QSN5 A small minority of Somalis belong to what branch of Islam? ANS5 Shia