Arabic · noun · People & Roles

Sheikh

शेख़

said SHAYKH

also written: Shaikh, Shaykh, Shekh

Meaning

An elder, religious teacher, or head of a Sufi order; also a tribal chief; used as a title and surname.

Literally: old man, elder

Related words

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

A spiritual guide or preceptor who directs the disciple toward God.

Our master; a title of respect for a learned Muslim scholar.