Largest branch of Islam Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Monday, November 4, 2024 · 38-Down
Appeared in 2 New York Times Crosswords between June 2022 and November 2024.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · November 4, 2024 · 38-Down · 5 letters
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a member of the branch of Islam that accepts the first four caliphs as rightful successors to Muhammad
noun
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