clerical
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Not all Shias saw Khamenei as their principal religious guide, but he became widely respected as a clerical authority and for standing up for a sect that has historically felt persecuted.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 8, 2026
Following ceremonies in Tehran, Khamenei's remains were transported on Tuesday to the clerical city of Qom, then Wednesday to neighbouring Iraq, before his burial on Thursday.
From Barron's • Jul. 8, 2026
On Tuesday, there will be a funeral procession and prayers in the central city of Qom, the centre of Iran's Shia Muslim clerical establishment.
From BBC • Jul. 6, 2026
Following Khomeini's death on June 3, 1989, the Assembly of Experts clerical body convened an emergency session and named Khamenei interim leader.
From Barron's • Jul. 1, 2026
Her Academy roommate, bubbly Tawana Ellerbe, had worked a clerical job for the New York City Police Department.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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