The Clue
Faith of fakirs (5 letter answer)
The Answer
ISLAM
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Notes
The answer ISLAM is seen frequently, appearing about once every 140 puzzles.
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Definition
ISLAM as a noun:
1. (Islam, Muslimism) = the civilization of Muslims collectively which is governed by the Muslim religion; "Islam is predominant in northern Africa, the Middle East, Pakistan, and Indonesia"
2. (Islam, Islamism, Mohammedanism, Muhammadanism, Muslimism) = the monotheistic religious system of Muslims founded in Arabia in the 7th century and based on the teachings of Muhammad as laid down in the Koran; "Islam is a complete way of life, not a Sunday religion"; "the term Muhammadanism is offensive to Muslims who believe that Allah, not Muhammad, founded their religion"