Difference of Opinion Over Ayat in Ayatul Kursi
There is a slight difference of opinion in the number of Ayat included in Ayatul Kursi. Sunni scholars believe that under normal circumstances, it is only Ayah 255; Ayat 256 and 257 are to be recited only if the Hadith says so. Shia scholars believe that under normal circumstances, Ayat 256 and 257 are optional.
Read more about this topic: Al-Baqara 255
Famous quotes containing the words difference and/or opinion:
“What is the difference between a taxidermist and a tax collector? The taxidermist takes only your skin.”
—Mark Twain [Samuel Langhorne Clemens] (1835–1910)
“It were not best that we should all think alike; it is difference of opinion that makes horse-races.”
—Mark Twain [Samuel Langhorne Clemens] (1835–1910)