What is another word for Ulema?

Pronunciation: [ˈuːləmə] (IPA)

The term Ulema originated in Arabic and refers to the Islamic scholars who hold immense knowledge regarding Islamic theology and jurisprudence. There are many synonyms for the word Ulema, which are used in different regions and by different cultures. In the Indian subcontinent, the term Maulvi or Moulana is commonly used to refer to these scholars. In Turkey, the term Molla is used, while in Indonesia, the term Kyai is used. In Iran, the term Hujjatul Islam is used to refer to these scholars. These scholars are highly respected and play a crucial role in shaping the Islamic worldview and providing guidance to the community.

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    • Proper noun, singular
      ulama.
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Usage examples for Ulema

Three months had elapsed since the disappearance of the Caliph, when one morning at the Grand Vizier's usual state reception of the Ulema and Emirs of the Empire, Ibrahim, addressing Giafer, said, "Grand Vizier, three months have now passed since we have had among us the glorious and august presence of the Commander of the Faithful; tell us, therefore, where he is, and why he no longer appears to give audience and render justice to his people?"
"Tales of the Caliph"
H. N. Crellin
Dress of the Ulema.
"Iranian Influence on Moslem Literature, Part I"
M. Inostranzev
Now, the gentry of Islam, the sheikhs and Ulema, would hear this lack-beard dervish, as he was called.
"The Book of Khalid"
Ameen Rihani

Famous quotes with Ulema

  • Exclusive dependence on Persian and Arabic sources, for an account of Muslim invasions, is apt to produce an unbalanced view. The basic prejudices of the Muslim historians, who mostly belonged to the Ulema class, against other religions, make them reject any other account, however authentic, if it tends to subvert their basic belief in the might of Islam. The victories of the arms of Islam have been elaborately described while the reverses have either been conveniently omitted or painted as having ended in negotiations and tribute. Even when described, only minor details are made available.
    Ram Gopal

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