Follower of Ali Crossword Clue
6 letters · New York Times · Friday, December 14, 2012 · 42-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Friday, December 14, 2012.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · December 14, 2012 · 42-Down · 6 letters
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a member of the branch of Islam that regards Ali as the legitimate successor to Mohammed and rejects the first three caliphs
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