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The Wahhabi Movement

This site examines the history and doctrines of the Wahhabi movement.

1. Who founded the Wahhabi movement? Why?




2. What are some of the unique beliefs of followers of Wahhabi Islam?




3. Why has the movement been important in the history of the Middle East over the last 100 or so years?




4. How has it specifically affected Saudi Arabia?