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n. - A religious movement by Persian Shiite Muslims in 17th century Iran that is opposed to the Akhbari.

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  • Usuli Shiism produced the politically active caste of priests that is a distinctive feature of Iranian Shiism
  • The name Usuli is derived from the Arabic term usul Isma'ilis (Seveners) meaning 'principle'.
  • Mor kozhambu is the best combination with Usuli as this dish is already heavy with lentils.
  • Death of Vahid Bihbahani, the religious scholar responsible for the final Usuli victory over the Akhbari position in Shi'ism.
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