For 10 points—give this Arabic term used to denote the spiritual leader of a local congregation.
Although originally synonymous with "caliph," divergence in its use occurred after the death of Ali. The Shi'ites believe that it applies only to the divinely appointed descendants of Ali, while the Qur'an uses it to refer to leaders as well as Abraham. For 10 points—give this Arabic term used to denote the spiritual leader of a local congregation.
Although originally synonymous with "caliph," divergence in its use occurred after the death of Ali.
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