Draft:Ahmed Sahnoun
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| Name | Ahmed Sahnoun |
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| Birth Place | Template:Horizontal list |
| Death Date | 8 December |
| Teachers | Sheikh Muhammad Khair al-Din, Sheikh Muhammad al-Daraji, Sheikh Abdullah bin Mabrouk |
| Religion | Islam |
| Works | Islamic Studies and Guidance, "Kunuzuna", poetry collection Haras al-Sijn, poetry collection "Tasa'ul wa Amal" |
Ahmed Sahnoun was an Algerian Islamic preacher and man of letters whose personality served as a unifying axis for various Islamic factions, trends, and groups in Algeria, inviting them all to unity, solidarity, and empathy. Through his writings, sermons, and calls, Sahnoun made extensive efforts toward the unity of Muslims and the reform of their condition.
Biography
Ahmed Sahnoun was born in 1907 CE in the Lishana region near the city of Biskra in southeastern Algeria. His mother passed away at the time of his birth, and his father, who was a Quran teacher, assumed responsibility for his upbringing. He memorized the Quran at the age of 12 and studied the principles of the Arabic language and Islamic Sharia under the supervision of a group of prominent scholars and sheikhs.
Association of Algerian Muslim Scholars
In 1936 CE, Sahnoun met Sheikh Abd al-Hamid ibn Badis for the first time. This meeting marked a turning point in his life; he joined the Association of Algerian Muslim Scholars and became one of its active members. In the introduction to his book titled Islamic Studies and Guidance, he wrote: "Everything we have done for this people was based on the spirit of the Association and according to a plan designed to purify this Arab Muslim land from colonialism and foreign domination."
Cultural Activities
In addition to preaching and teaching, Sahnoun contributed articles to newspapers and magazines. Starting in 1936 CE, he worked for the newspaper Al-Basa'ir, the voice of the Association of Algerian Muslim Scholars, publishing his first poem on May 22, 1936 CE. He also wrote articles on social and ethical issues. In 1947 CE, he joined the administrative council of the Association and composed its anthem. He was appointed as a teacher at the Tahdhib Free School in Bologhine and, after one year, served as its director.
Political Struggles
Sahnoun was fully aware of the reality of French colonialism and constantly alerted the people to its conspiracies. In 1953 CE, he established a secret fedayeen organization. Following the outbreak of the Algerian War of Independence, he supported the movement and was imprisoned in 1956 CE. After his release, he continued his activities and collaborated with the mujahideen. While in prison, he studied the works of the scholar Ibrahim Husayn Shadhili, and from that time onward, he was recognized as an intellectual leader.
Founding of a Party
After Algeria's independence, Sahnoun was appointed as an imam and preacher at the Great Mosque of the capital, where he continued his missionary and educational endeavors. He made efforts to establish the "Islamic Da'wah League" to bring together all factions of the Islamic movement.
Works
Ahmed Sahnoun left behind numerous works, the most important of which are:
- Islamic Studies and Guidance;
- Kunuzuna;
- The poetry collection Haras al-Sijn, containing 196 poems;
- The poetry collection "Tasa'ul wa Amal".
Death
Ahmed Sahnoun passed away on the night of Monday, December 8, 2003 CE. News of his death deeply affected the hearts of Algerians, and his loss was a great tragedy for Algeria.
See also
References
- Sheikh Ahmed Sahnoun .. The Scholar of Unity (in Arabic), Islam Online website, date of publication: n.d., date accessed: 29 Ordibehesht 1404 SH.