Muhammad's successor, to Shiites Crossword Clue
3 letters · New York Times · Wednesday, May 4, 2016 · 6-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Wednesday, May 4, 2016.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · May 4, 2016 · 6-Down · 3 letters
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the fourth caliph of Islam who is considered to be the first caliph by Shiites; he was a cousin and son-in-law of Muhammad; after his assassination Islam was divided into Shiite and Sunnite sects
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