Do the Shia use a title other than Imam for the man who leads prayer in congregation considering the special meaning of that term in their faith?
Do the Shia use a title other than Imam for the man who leads prayer in congregation considering the special meaning of that term in their faith?
Abbas Di Palma, Shaykh Abbas Di Palma holds a BA and an MA degree in Islamic Studies, and certifications from the Language Institute of Damascus University. He has also studied traditional Islamic sciences in... Answered 5 years ago
as salam alaikum
the term "Imam" can be used also for the one who is leading the congregational prayer. In fact he is called "Imam al-Jama'ah".
With prayers for your success.
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