Ahl Rachida
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The Ahl Rachida (
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 had a significant cultural and artistic influence in the area.
According to writings Ahl Rechida down from Beni Rached, originating in Mazouna in Algeria; after a period marked by political unrest, they entered the service of Marinids (13th century) for permission to settle in Morocco.[1]
See also
- Arab tribes
- North African Arabs
- Maghreb
- Jebala people
Other tribes
- Zaër
- Abda
- Beni Hassan
- Maqil
- Beni Khirane
References
- ^ Tribes of Morocco. Ahl Rachida.http://tribusdumaroc.free.fr/ahlrechida.php.