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Rehber (Alevism)
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Rehber is one of the 12 ranks of Imam in Alevism. A Rehber assists the Pir, provides information to the newcomers and prepares them for commitment to the Alevi path or Tariqat . Rehbers visit various settlements and collect information on the problems and inform Pirs about these problems. Munzur Üniversitesi Sosyal Bilimler Dergisi (in Turkish). 2 (4).
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rank of dede
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one of the 12 ranks of imam in alevism
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