Schism (noun)

1. A split or division within a group, typically a religious group.
2. A state of disharmony or discord within a group.

Origin:

Late middle english: via old french from latin schisma, from greek skhisma "split, cleft".

Examples:

1. The schism within the church caused a great deal of tension.
2. The schism was caused by a disagreement over doctrine.
3. The schism led to the formation of two separate denominations.
4. The political party was wracked by schism.
5. The schism in the company caused a lot of problems.