Use 'mufti' when discussing Islamic law or religious advice. People often consult a mufti during Ramadan.
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Authoritative Figure
'Mufti' refers to a respected figure with knowledge in Islam, not just any religious person. The community's mufti clarified the interpretation of the hadith.
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Not a Clergy Title
A mufti gives rulings; unlike 'priest' or 'rabbi', it's not a title of clergy. He's scholarly and often mistaken for a mufti.