grand mufti
Noun: 1. The chief mufti of a district: A "grand mufti" is the highest-ranking official mufti, or Islamic legal expert, in a specific region, country, or district. This person is the primary authority responsible for issuing formal legal opinions (fatwas) and providing guidance on Islamic law (Sharia) for that jurisdiction.
The term is used as a formal title for a senior religious leader within an Islamic context, typically in a governmental or official capacity. - The grand mufti issued a statement on the religious observance of the holiday. - As the grand mufti of the region, his interpretations of Islamic law carry significant weight. - The government consulted the grand mufti on the new legislation.
- The title is often capitalized when referring to a specific individual: .
- The role and influence of a grand mufti can vary significantly between different countries, ranging from a largely symbolic position to one with substantial political and legal authority.
- Mufti (noun): An Islamic scholar who is an interpreter or expounder of Islamic law (Sharia), capable of issuing a non-binding legal opinion (fatwa). A grand mufti is the chief or highest-ranking mufti in an area.
- Fatwa (noun): A formal legal opinion or decree issued by an Islamic scholar (like a mufti or grand mufti).
- Chief mufti
- Senior mufti
- Supreme mufti
This term has a specific, singular meaning related to Islamic religious leadership. It does not have other common definitions in general English usage.
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the chief mufti of a district
