Mask of Vaikuntha Vishnu, late 5th century. Learn more about 5th century masks
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The second largest denomination of Islam after Sunnism, Shi’ism is believed to have originated in 632 CE in Medina, present-day Saudi Arabia, following the death of Prophet Muhammad. Within Shi’ism, Ali, the Prophet’s cousin and son-in-law, is considered his rightful successor.