A Shi`ite individual strives to acquire materials that...

A Shi`ite individual strives to acquire materials that enable him/her to achieve self-education concerning the basics of his/her sect and the fundaments of his/her faith in an easy and facile way. B. Sunni Milieu : Sunnis generally persevere in gaining knowledge of the doctrines and beliefs that their Shi`ite brethren embrace.

Normally, a thirsty person tries to drink from a headspring; therefore, Sunnis have the desire to become acquainted with the Shi`ah through the Shi`ah themselves, but not through mediators, strangers, or biased people. C. Non-Muslim Milieus : Non-Muslim milieus who desire to acquaint themselves with Muslim Shi`ite beliefs also try to gain such knowledge from the Shi`ah themselves through their own words and pens with the hope of saving time and procuring tranquility. Among matters that…