Both sects were originally formed by some Immigrants (...

Both sects were originally formed by some Immigrants ( Muhajirun ) and Helpers ( Ansar ). [1] Jalal al-Din al-Suyuti, in his al-Durr al-Manthur, vol. 6, narrates this tradition while commenting on the Qur'anic verse: "(And) lo! Those who believe and do good deeds are the best of the created beings." (98:6). Back Index Next Previous…