Lala (title)

Lala ( Ottoman لالا ) was a title in the Ottoman Empire. The Lala were entrusted with the task of training the Şehzade and provide support. Even though Lala in a sense were servants, they were nonetheless highly regarded, and were regarded as superior of the Şehzade. The Lala were usually older men, which was contrary to accommodate the Şehzade respect.