Abi Mohamed Al Morjani Mosque Explained

Abi Mohamed Al Morjani Mosque
Native Name:جامع أبي محمد المرجاني
Native Name Lang:ar
Map Type:Tunisia
Map Size:220px
Map Relief:yes
Religious Affiliation:Islam
Location:Tunis, Tunisia
Tradition:Sunni
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Architecture Type:Mosque
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Abi Mohamed Al Morjani Mosque (Arabic: جامع أبي محمد المرجاني) is a small mosque in the Halfaouine hood, in the north of the Medina of Tunis.

Localization

It is located in 33 El Halfaouine Street.[1]

Etymology

The madrasa Marjania and the mosque got their names from their founder, the sheikh Abou Mohamed Al Morjani (Arabic: أبو محمد المرجاني), a close friend of the saint Abul Hasan ash-Shadhili.[2]

History

According to the commemorative plaque at the entrance, it was built in the 13th century. It is known for its minbar that was made in 1493 and where the chahada is engraved. The mosque was restored between 1963 and 1966.[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Mosquée & adresse. commune-tunis.gov.tn. fr. 12 December 2022.
  2. Web site: تونس: مساجد المدينة العتيقة.. منارات للإيمان والذكر الحكيم . ar. Alsharq Al Awsat.