1.   But the Government has shown a deep reluctance to challenge the Muslim clergy, who exert a strong influence on public opinion, especially in rural areas.

2.   Kharfen said that Muslim clergy in the area have agreed to assist the refugess, most of whom are ethnic Albanians whose families are historically Muslim.

3.   One might consider instead a donation to a local school or place of worship to finance interfaith discussions with Muslim clergy or lay leaders.

4.   She is three times married, she is an outspoken feminist, and she has written with contempt about the political motives and spiritual affectations of the Muslim clergy.

5.   The Muslim clergy are increasingly divided.

6.   Over the past three years, he has made overtures to prominent Muslim clergy in Iran and Syria, but so far has received no reply.

7.   A Council of Guardians, made up of six Muslim clergy and six lawyers, must approve all legislation passed by the Majlis before it becomes law.

8.   Although the Old City has been annexed by Israel, the Temple Mount is run by Muslim clergy and Jews are not allowed to pray there.

9.   Although the Old City has been annexed by Israel, the Mount is controlled by Muslim clergy and Jews are not allowed to pray there.

10.   As heavy fighting raged in Mogadishu, the all-powerful Muslim clergy in the northern part of the city Sunday declared a jihad against Gen. Mohammed Farah Aidid.