Persian · noun · Faith & Sacred History

Sajjada-nashin

सज्जादा-नशीन

said saj-jaa-da-na-sheen

also written: Sajjada Nashin

Meaning

The hereditary custodian of a Sufi shrine who occupies the prayer-mat of the saint.

Literally: one seated on the prayer-mat

Related words

The shrine complex built over the grave of a Sufi saint, a centre of devotion.

A spiritual elder or master of a Sufi order who guides disciples on the mystic path.

The shrine or tomb of a saint, visited by pilgrims for blessings.