QUICK FACTS
Date of Birth
1939
Qalqilya, Palestine
Place of Birth
Why Featured?
Sheikh Sabri is renowned for his role as the former Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and Palestine and as an influential religious leader in the region.
BRIEF BIO
Sheikh Ekrima Sa'id Sabri served as the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and Palestine from October 1994 to July 2006. He is well-respected for his forthright views and is also known for his academic contributions, holding a doctorate from Al Azhar University in Egypt. His tenure as Mufti was marked by various political and religious statements, often stirring controversy.
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DATE
Monday, January 26, 2026
MAJOR MILESTONES
Key dates & turning points
Appointment as Grand Mufti (1994): Appointed by Yasser Arafat, Sabri served as the Grand Mufti of Jerusalem and Palestine.
Doctorate from Al Azhar University: His doctoral thesis focused on "Islamic Endowment Between Theory and Practice."
Banned from Al-Aqsa Mosque (various times): He faced restrictions and was at times banned from entering Al-Aqsa Mosque.
Denial of Entry into the Netherlands (2007, 2008): Sabri was denied entry into the Netherlands on two occasions.
CONTRIBUTIONS
What they did, and why it matters
Religious Leadership at Al-Aqsa Mosque: As an Imam, he played a significant role in leading prayers and religious activities...See More
Advocacy Against Occupation: Sabri was vocal against the occupation and its policies in Jerusalem...See More
Public Statements on Political Issues: Made several statements on political issues affecting Palestine and the broader Middle East.
Academic Contributions: His scholarly work on Islamic endowments contributed to the field of Islamic studies.
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Last updated
Jan 26, 2026
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