Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Sheikhlike

👉 In Islamic jurisprudence, a Sheikh is a person who has been appointed as a judge or religious leader by a Muslim community. They are typically appointed under the guidance of the caliph and they have the power to make rulings on matters related to Islam and law. The term "sheikhlike" comes from the Arabic word for "sheikh," which means "a person who is appointed" in Arabic, hence implying that Sheikhlike individuals are those who have been selected as judges or religious leaders

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