# Saïd the Fisherman — Character guide

> Key figures in Saïd the Fisherman by Marmaduke Pickthall.

- [Saïd the Fisherman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/said_the_fisherman.md): The protagonist, a poor fisherman who becomes entangled in political intrigue and rises to power.
- [Hasneh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/hasneh.md): Saïd's beloved wife, central to his personal motivations and emotional arc.
- [Ferideh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/ferideh.md): A significant female character, likely connected to the main household or subplot.
- [Mahmud Effendi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/mahmud_effendi.md): A powerful official or nobleman who interacts with Saïd, possibly a rival or ally.
- [Old Mustafa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/old_mustafa.md): An elder figure, possibly a mentor or father figure to Saïd.
- [Abdullah abu Azìz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/abdullah_abu_aziz.md): A recurring character, possibly a friend or advisor in Saïd's circle.
- [Nûr](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/nur.md): An older woman, possibly a relative or household member with a distinct role.
- [Abu Khalìl](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/abu_khalil.md): A named character, likely a merchant or local figure in the story.
- [Suleyman](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/suleyman.md): A character with a name suggesting wisdom or royalty, possibly a judge or elder.
- [Camr-ud-dìn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/camr_ud_din.md): A named character, possibly involved in the political or social plot.
- [Selìm](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/selim.md): A character, possibly a servant or companion, with a distinct presence.
- [Ismaìl Abbâs](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/ismail_abbas.md): A historical or political figure referenced within the narrative.
- [Mûsa](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/musa.md): A character named after Moses, possibly a religious or symbolic figure.
- [Abdul Cader](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/abdul_cader.md): A named character, possibly a local leader or merchant.
- [Ahmed Pasha](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/ahmed_pasha.md): A high-ranking official or military leader in the story.
- [The Qadi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_qadi.md): A judge or religious authority who appears in a legal or moral context.
- [Habìb ebn Nasr](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/habib_ebn_nasr.md): A named character, possibly a Christian or member of a minority group.
- [Muhammed abu Hassan](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/muhammed_abu_hassan.md): A character with a compound name, possibly a local notable.
- [Nesibeh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/nesibeh.md): A female character, possibly a relative or member of the household.
- [Yuhanna the Christian](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/yuhanna_the_christian.md): A Christian character, possibly a merchant or craftsman.
- [Dìn Muhammed](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/din_muhammed.md): A character with a religiously significant name, possibly a scholar.
- [Cassim](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/cassim.md): A named character, possibly a friend or acquaintance of the protagonist.
- [The Wâly](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_waly.md): A provincial governor or authority figure.
- [The Sultàn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_sultan.md): The ruler, referenced as a distant authority.
- [The Mowarni](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_mowarni.md): A group or faction, possibly a tribe or religious community.
- [Dejìl](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/dejil.md): A character, possibly a villain or antagonist figure.
- [Farûn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/farun.md): A named character, possibly a historical or legendary reference.
- [Rashìd](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/rashid.md): A character, possibly a guide or local informant.
- [Mansûr](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/mansur.md): A named character, possibly a servant or soldier.
- [Yuhanna the Nazarene](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/yuhanna_the_nazarene.md): A Christian religious figure, possibly a priest or monk.
- [Jurji](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/jurji.md): A named character, possibly a Christian or foreigner.
- [Ibrahìm](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/ibrahim.md): A character, possibly a servant or local figure.
- [Ali ebn Mahmud](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/ali_ebn_mahmud.md): A character with a patronymic name, possibly a soldier or official.
- [Muhammed Effendi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/muhammed_effendi.md): A titled character, possibly a scholar or bureaucrat.
- [Sàadeh](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/saadeh.md): A named character, possibly a woman or a local figure.
- [Ayûb the Bedawi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/ayub_the_bedawi.md): A Bedouin character, possibly a guide or messenger.
- [Durzi](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/durzi.md): A Druze character, possibly a local elder or fighter.
- [Kheyr-ud-dìn](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/kheyr_ud_din.md): A named character, possibly a historical or political figure.
- [The Mutesarrif](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_mutesarrif.md): A district governor or administrative official.
- [The Mufti](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_mufti.md): A religious legal expert, possibly consulted in a dispute.
- [The old beggar](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_old_beggar.md): A recurring beggar who may have a hidden significance.
- [The officer](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_officer.md): A military or police officer who interacts with the main characters.
- [The servant](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_servant.md): A generic servant in a household, but with a distinct role in a scene.
- [The Franks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_franks.md): A group of Europeans, possibly merchants or travelers.
- [The Christians](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_christians.md): A religious community referenced as a group.
- [The Turks](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_turks.md): A group of Ottoman soldiers or officials.
- [The Drûz](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_druz.md): A religious sect or community, possibly in conflict.
- [The English](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_english.md): A group of English people, possibly diplomats or travelers.
- [The Nazarenes](https://www.betterreads.online/discover/sa_d_the_fisherman_se/characters/the_nazarenes.md): A group of Christians, possibly a specific community.

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