The sheikhs are rulers of an Arab tribe.
Sheikhs were chosen from one of the leading families by a council of elders.
Step-by-step explanation:
The sheikh is a religious official or a leader of an Arab family or village. The term Sheikh refers to venerable man of more than 50 years of age. Each tribe was headed by the Sheikh. Early Arabs believed in Polytheistic; they believed in many gods. The term Sheikh is commonly used in Muslim world.
The Arab tribes were ruled by sheikhs. The sheikhs are generally chosen from one of the leading families by the council of elders.