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Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti

1129 – 1204

Moroccan Muslim saint and patron saint of Marrakesh

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Lived 1129 – 1204 (aged 74–75). Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti was a philosopher and writer.

Abu al-Abbas Ahmad ibn Ja'far al-Khazraji al-Sebti (Sabta 1129 - Marrakesh 1204), better known as Sidi Bel Abbas, was a Moroccan Muslim saint. He is the patron saint of Marrakesh in the Islamic tradition and also one of the "Seven Saints" (Sabʿatou Rijal) of the city. His festival was founded by al-Hasan al-Yusi at the instigation of Moulay Ismael.

Abu Al-Abbas was born in Sabta (Ceuta). He studied under Abu Abd Allah al-Fakhkhar, himself a student of Qadi Ayyad.

When Abu al-Abbas died in 1204, he was buried at the graveyard of Sidi Marouk, near Bab Taghzout. In 1988, sultan Hassan II improved the sanctuary. It is also the place of his zawiya.

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Important facts

Born
1129, Ceuta under Muslim rule
Birth century
Died
1204, Marrakech
Occupation
Nationality
Almohad Caliphate
Also known as
Sidi Bel Abbas, Sidi Ahmed abu al-Abbas al-Khazraji as-Sabti

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti?

Moroccan Muslim saint and patron saint of Marrakesh

When was Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti born?

Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti was born in 1129 in Ceuta under Muslim rule.

When did Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti die?

Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti died in 1204 in Marrakech.

What was Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti's occupation?

Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti was a philosopher and writer.

What nationality was Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti?

Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti's recorded nationality: Almohad Caliphate.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Abu al-Abbas as-Sabti

· Wikidata: Q2822099

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