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imam

/ɪˈmɑːm/

/ɪˈmɑm/

imamnoun

imams

/ɪˈmɑːm/

/ɪˈmɑm/

Translations

The imam led the prayer at the mosque.

Имам вел молитву в мечети.

Definitions

A leader of prayer in a mosque.

The imam led the congregation in the Friday prayers.

A title of various Muslim leaders, especially of one succeeding Muhammad as leader of Shiite Islam.

The imam was revered by the community for his wisdom and leadership.

Synonyms

religious leader

spiritual leader

imamproper noun

Definitions

An honorific title placed before the personal name of certain Muslim leaders, or used alone to refer to a particular revered Islamic figure.

Imam Ali is regarded by Shia Muslims as the first rightful successor to the Prophet.