esSunna

esSunna is a term that refers to the Sunnah of the Prophet Muhammad, as transmitted and understood within the framework of the Shia branch of Islam. It encompasses the sayings, actions, and tacit approvals of the Prophet. For Shia Muslims, the Sunnah is a crucial source of Islamic guidance, complementing the Quran. The understanding and interpretation of esSunna by Shia scholars often differ from those of Sunni scholars due to varying chains of narration and the historical development of Islamic jurisprudence within each tradition. Shia Islam emphasizes the role of the Imams, who are considered the rightful successors to the Prophet Muhammad, in preserving and transmitting the authentic Sunnah. Therefore, esSunna is often viewed through the lens of the teachings and interpretations of the Imams, who are believed to have safeguarded the true meaning and application of the Prophet's practices. Scholarly consensus within Shia Islam regarding the authenticity and interpretation of specific narrations within esSunna is a subject of ongoing study and debate among jurists and theologians.