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ayatollah

 

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Noun ayatollah has 1 sense
  1. ayatollah - a high-ranking Shiite religious leader who is regarded as an authority on religious law and its interpretation and who has political power as well
    --1 is a kind of
    religious leader

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Ayatollah

Definition:

Ayatollah refers to a high-ranking title given to influential Islamic scholars, primarily used within the Twelver Shia branch of Islam. It is an honorific given to those who possess advanced knowledge in theology and jurisprudence and are considered authoritative sources in guiding the Muslim community.

Sense 1: Religious Leader

In this sense, ayatollah refers to a religious leader within the Shia Muslim community, who is knowledgeable in Quranic interpretation, Islamic law, and theology. They guide and provide religious rulings to the community. Ayatollahs carry significant influence and play a vital role in shaping religious and societal matters.

Example sentence: The Ayatollah issued a fatwa calling for unity and peace among the Muslim community.

Sense 2: Title of Respect

This sense represents the title of respect given to individuals that have achieved the rank of Ayatollah due to their exceptional knowledge and wisdom. The title Ayatollah is used to demonstrate reverence and acknowledge their significant contributions to Islamic scholarship.

Example sentence: People traveled from far and wide to seek guidance from the esteemed Ayatollah.

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