Sanusiyyah Order

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الطريقة السنوسية

Overview

A North African Sufi order founded by Muhammad ibn Ali al-Sanusi (1787-1859). It combined Sufi spirituality with reform, education, and resistance against colonialism, particularly in Libya. The Sanusi order played a key role in Libyan independence.

Key Beliefs

  • Sufi spiritual discipline
  • Reform and education
  • Anti-colonial resistance
  • Moderate Sufi practice