al-Fāsī

al-Fāsī (born 1530/31?, Ksar el-Kebir, Morocco—died Aug. 14, 1604, Fès) was a Muslim teacher and mystic who was prominent in the intellectual life of northwest Africa. The details of al-Fāsī’s life are obscure. After his family emigrated from Spain, he settled in the capital of Fès in 1580. His reputation as a teacher and scholar soon attracted many students. Noted for his piety, he founded a zāwiyah (lodge), which became popular among travelers. His traditions...