What does “Hodjaefendi” mean?

It is an honorific meaning “respected teacher.” It is an expression of respect for scholarly people and is used for other respected scholars as well. It is not unique or peculiar to Fethullah Gülen. It has no cultic or sectarian connotation or association.

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