/ɪˈmɑːmɑː/ (ee-MAH-mah)

Definitions

1. noun

In Shia Islam, the spiritual and political authority of a member of the Ahl al-Bayt, especially the descendants of Ali and Fatimah, considered to be the rightful leaders of the Muslim community.

“The imamah was seen as the key to unity among Shia Muslims worldwide.”

2. noun

The position or office of an imam in Shia Islam.

“The imamah was passed down through generations of the Alid family.”