The World Cup Qatar 2022 began with a lavish opening ceremony at the Al Bayt stadium in Al Khor, one of the architectural gems built especially for the competition, and was attended by Jungkookmember of the BTSthe Qatari singer Fahad Al-Kubais and actor Morgan Freeman.
With the start of the biggest sporting event, the traditions of this region they make their way into the world. Arabic or Islamic titles (“sheikh”“emir” o “caliph”) They are concepts used in popular culture, but many do not know what their meaning or importance is.
What does “emir” mean?
The RAE defines the “emir” as “Arab prince or leader” and is related to the caliph, who is in charge of designating these, who are the highest authority in a given province.
What is the “caliph”?
In the Arab world, thecaliph” is the highest religious and political authoritymeans “successor” and is considered the heir of the Prophet Muhammad.
“Title of the Saracen princes who, as successors of Muhammad, exercised the supreme religious and civil power in some Muslim territories,” explains the RAE.
Who is the “sultan”?
In this case, it is a used term and, unlike the “caliph” who is the highest religious and political authority, the “sultan” is the most important civil position (equivalent to the king of a country). The RAE defines him as “emperor of the Turks” and “Muslim prince or governor”.
What is “sheikh”?
Finally, “sheikh” It is one of the most used words in popular culture. According to the RAE, he is “among Muslims, a religious or political leader” and refers, according to the classical Arab world, to an older person who exercised authority.
It also derives from the term “sheikh” (“old”). It is related to the ruler of a Muslim region concrete.
It should be noted that the concepts “emir”, “sultan” or “caliph” are considered Islamic titles, while “sheikh” is an Arabic one.
