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The difference between "Awliya" and saints

The difference between Awliya (الأولياء Friends of Allah) and the term Saint is that the title "Saint" has been used by the Pope, as he desires and for whomever he chooses. The qualities or characteristic of the person are not taken into consideration. You cannot compare a Wali (Friend of Allah), whom Allah Ta'ala holds in high esteem and carries excellent characteristics, with a Saint.