Ali bin Mujathal al-Mughaidi

Ali bin Mujathal al-Mughaidi (Arabic: علي بن مجثل المغيدي) was the ruler of 'Asir Province and the Tihamah in the 19th century, starting in 1826 and ending with his death in 1833. Ali bin Mujathal's rule was described as a generally peaceful one, and he also managed to fight off several attempted invasions by the Ottoman Empire. His rule would eventually extend, its influence reaching all the way until Najran in the southeast.

Religious views Ali bin Mujathal was a devout Sunni Muslim. Like the majority of the citizens of 'Asir, he was a follower of the Shafi'i school of thought. He was also an Athari in his creed, and followed the doctrine of Muhammad bin Abdul Wahhab. The religion is a middle ground between us and those who claim it. Following [a practice in religion] must be backed with evidence. What Muhammad, may God bless him and grant him peace, and his companions were upon in their time, and heresy is what was introduced after them.

- Ali bin Mujathal al-Mughaidi, to the scholar Ibrahim bin Ahmad al-Hafzi

Death and legacy Ali bin Mujathal contracted an illness in 1833 after his return from Yemen. He has a son named Abdullah whose descendants, the Al-Mujathal family, are still around and they live in 'Asir Province.