Question

which of these statements best reflects the philosophy of the sunni?
imams are the only ones trained to interpret the quran because they are earthly manifestations of god.
the successor to muhammad should only come from his inner circle of friends or family members.
anyone from the muslim community can interpret the quran and laws and lead the daily prayers.
the name sunni means \followers of ali,\ who was the man the sunni believe to be muhammads rightful successor.

Explanation:

The Sunni believe that anyone from the Muslim community can interpret the Qur'an and laws and lead daily prayers. Shia believe imams are the only ones trained to interpret the Qur'an and that the successor to Muhammad should come from his inner - circle. The name Sunni means "followers of the Prophet's tradition" not "followers of Ali" (Shia believe Ali was Muhammad's rightful successor).

Answer:

Anyone from the Muslim community can interpret the Qur'an and laws and lead the daily prayers.