Momna
The momna, sometimes referred to as Mumna or Momina, is a Muslim community found in the state of Gujarat in India.
History and origin
Momnas or Momans (from
pious circumspection (taqiyyah), outwardly adhering to other traditions within Islam. Over time, many Momnas lost contact with their original faith. Presently, the Momnas who adhere to Ismailism are known as “the Momnas of the old faith” (junā dharma nā moman), while those who were converted to Sunni Islam are known as “the Momnas of the new faith” (navā dharma nā moman).[1]
References
- S2CID 143431047.