A majority of Egyptians are Sunni Muslims, however some Egyptians are Coptic Christians. Regardless of which religion they practice, and Egyptians religious principals are very evident in their everyday life. For example, all Egyptians practice Ramadan, which is a time to come together as family and reflect on forgiveness and love.
Sunni Muslims:
The followers of Sunni Islam make up about 80% of the Muslim population. The other 20% are followers of Shi’a Islam. The Sunni believe that they follow the sunnah or “example” of the Prophet Muhammad. The Sunni base their religion on the Quran and the Sunnah, which is structured into four schools of thought. These schools of thought are associated with the four great scholars of early Islam: Abu Haneefah, Malik, Shafi’i, and Ahmad bin Hanbal. The scholars were known for their knowledge and piety in society and, although they differed in minor aspect of religious principals, were not in opposition with each other.
Coptic Christians:
Coptic is the traditional term for native Egyptians and currently Coptic Christian make up 10% of Egypt’s religious community. Coptic Christians believe in most of the same theology as other Christian that is found in the Nicene Creed. Coptic Christian split from Western Christianity in 451 BC due to their position in Christological theology. They believe that Jesus came from two natures (human and divine) but is of only one nature Himself. Coptic Christians celebrate all Christian holidays such as Easter and Christmas.
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