Ahl Rachida

The "Ahl Rachida" (Arabic: أهل رشيدة) is an Arabian tribe, also called Ouled Sidi Yaakoub. The tribe is also of Shorfa origin, which means they are descendant of the Islamic prophet. This tribe enjoyed great influence in the region when it comes to culture and art.

According to writings Ahl Rechida down from Beni Rached, originating in Algeria Mazouna; after a period marked by political unrest, they entered the service of Marinids (13th century) for permission to settle in Morocco.[1]

See also

Other tribes

References

  1. Tribes of Morocco. Ahl Rachida.http://tribusdumaroc.free.fr/ahlrechida.php.
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