imam

• Substantiv, das den Vorbeter in einer Moschee bezeichnet, im schiitischen Islam auch einen geistlichen Führer und Autorität in Theologie und Recht.

A noun referring to a leader of prayer in a mosque, and in Shiite Islam, a spiritual guide and authority on theology and law.

1. Leader of prayers in a mosqueB1formal

   A person who leads the congregation in Islamic worship services, often a respected member of the community.

   Imam

   • The imam led the Friday prayers at the mosque.
   • He was appointed as the new imam of the local Islamic center.
   • The imam delivered a sermon on peace and unity.

2. Spiritual and legal authority (Shiite Islam)C1formal

   For Shiite Muslims, a divinely appointed leader and successor to the Prophet Muhammad, considered an infallible authority on theology, law, and spiritual guidance.

   Geistliche und rechtliche Autorität (Schiitischer Islam)

   • Shiite Muslims believe in the twelve Imams as spiritual guides.
   • The Imam is seen as a source of religious knowledge and justice.
   • The teachings of the Imams are central to Shiite theology.