LA Times Crossword
March 28, 2018
Jeffrey Wechsler (#1-3)
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What do the following phrases have in common?

1. VICARIOUS THRILL
2. LAMAZE CLASS
3. RABBIT HUTCH
4. "I'M A MAN, NOT A MOUSE."

Answer:

Each phrase begins with letters which spell out the name of a religious leader:

1. VICARious thrill
2. LAMAze class
3. RABBI hutch
4. "I'M AMan not a mouse."

Puzzle title: RELIGIOUS LEADERS