The Tijani Tariqa and Its Distinctive Stance on Bayat “Allegiance”
The Tijani Tariqa, founded in the late 18th century by Shaykh Ahmad Tijani, offers a unique interpretation of Bayat (allegiance) that distinguishes it from other Sufi paths. Central to this Tariqa is the concept that Bayat is pledged directly to the Prophet Muhammad, underscoring a fundamental aspect that sets the…