imaum

A noun referring to a religious leader in Islam; specifically, the person who leads prayers in a mosque, and for Shiites, a recognized authority on Islamic theology, law, and a spiritual guide.

• 🌐اسم يدل على القائد الديني في الإسلام؛ وبخاصة من يتولى إمامة الناس في الصلاة في المسجد، وعند الشيعة هو المرجع المعتمد في العقيدة والفقه والتوجيه الروحي.

1. Islamic prayer leader B2 formal

   A person who leads the congregation in prayers at a mosque.

   • The imam led the Friday prayers with great devotion.
   • He was appointed as the imam of the local mosque.
   • The community gathered to hear the imam's sermon.

   🌐إمام

   المرادفات: imam

2. Shiite spiritual authority C1 formal

   For Shiite Muslims, a recognized authority on Islamic theology, law, and a spiritual guide.

   • The Shiite imam is considered a direct descendant of the Prophet.
   • He studied under a famous imam to deepen his understanding of theology.
   • The imam's teachings influenced many followers in the region.

   🌐إمام

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