Mullahs

=Mullahs=

Found during the Safavid Dynasty, mullahs were local mosque officials and prayer leaders of the Shi'a sect of Islam. They were supervised and supported by the state. They were required to curse the first 3 caliphs and mention the Safavid ruler every Friday sermon. Sometimes mullahs even taught at the mosque schools.

Created by: Stacy Fairey 12.11.08
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