spiritual leader

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Founded in 1959 by the late billionaire philanthropist and spiritual leader Aga Khan, it aimed to give a voice to the majority African population, the company says in its profile.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

As Iran’s spiritual leader and its highest authority, Khamenei, 85, was the ultimate arbiter in state affairs, including the economy, education and defense.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 28, 2026

Seven months after deadly clashes between Syria's Druze minority and government‑backed forces, the spiritual leader of Druze in neighbouring Israel said members of the community across the border remained in peril.

From Barron's • Feb. 20, 2026

Urista pointed to the region’s prehispanic nahual—a spiritual leader that is believed to shapeshift into animal counterparts—as a possible explanation for Mexico’s obsession.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 16, 2026

The Sardauna, after all, had not only been premier of the North, he had also been the spiritual leader for this man and so many Muslims like him.

From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie