Daʿi
داعي
dāʿī
✨Ismaili Terms
Missionary or summoner who propagates the faith.
Full Definition
A daʿi (plural: duʿāt) is one who engages in daʿwa - inviting people to the faith and teaching religious knowledge. In Ismaili history, duʿāt were highly educated missionaries who played a crucial role in spreading Ismaili teachings and establishing communities across diverse regions.