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  • Typically, when the Supreme Leader's name is mentioned people chant "salavat" (a phrase in Arabic meaning "peace be upon Prophet Mohammad).

    The Latest on Air America 2009

  • Typically, when the Supreme Leader's name is mentioned people chant "salavat" (a phrase in Arabic meaning "peace be upon Prophet Mohammad).

    The Latest on Air America 2009

  • An Imam wearing a green turban and a green robe will ascend to the top of a green minaret with his last salavat.

    Winning a Cause World War Stories Inez Bigwood 1901

  • “For the long life of Ahmadinejad, say a salavat!” the man said, prompting the audience to respond with the words that praise the Prophet’s household.

    Let the Swords Encircle Me Scott Peterson 2010

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