Ali ibn Hanzala

Dāʿī al-Muṭlaq of Tayyibi Isma'ilism

Ali ibn Hanzala - Dāʿī al-Muṭlaq of Tayyibi Isma'ilism
Born

None
None years ago

Died

February 8th, 1229
796 years ago — None years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Yemen

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Served as the sixth Dāʿī al-Muṭlaq within Tayyibi Isma'ilism during the early 13th century. Led the community through a period of consolidation and development. Implemented strategies for maintaining the Isma'ili faith during challenging times.

Oversaw the spiritual leadership of the Tayyibi community

Strengthened the Isma'ili network in the region

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