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Our History and Mission

The Imam Shaykh Hassan Aliou Cisse Grand Zawiyah of North America stands as a bridge of love and learning between the Muslim communities of the United States, Canada,and the blessed city of Medina Baye, in Kaolack, Senegal—the spiritual heart of the Faydatul Tijaniyya Ibrahimiyya.

Our Lineage

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Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse (RA) – Medina Baye, Senegal

The bringer of the Blessed Fayḍah, whose teachings reached millions worldwide.

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Shaykh Hassan Aliou Cisse (RA)

Grandson of Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse (RA), a global ambassador of Islam and founder of the African-American Islamic Institute.

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Current Leadership: Imam Cheikh Tidiane Cisse

Guiding the community today with wisdom, scholarship, and service to humanity.

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Current Leadership: Shaykh Mouhamadou Mahy Cisse

Leading our community with wisdom, learning, and compassionate service.

Milestones

1976

Shaykh Hassan’s first visit to the US

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Growth of Tijani community in the US

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Establishment of Zawiyahs in different states
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Creation of the Imam Shaykh Hassan Aliou Cisse Grand Zawiyah of America

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1976

Shaykh Hassan’s first visit to the US

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Growth of Tijani community in the US

3

Establishment of Zawiyahs in different states

4

Creation of the Imam Shaykh Hassan Aliou Cisse Grand Zawiyah of America

The Origins of the Blessed Fayḍah

The word Fayḍah means “flood” — a flood of divine grace and blessings. Shaykh Ahmad al-Tijani (RA) foretold that a time would come when this grace would spread widely:

In times of crisis

With many new seekers joining the Tijaniyya

As believers experience deeper closeness to Allah

Arriving at the perfect time

This was fulfilled through Shaykh Ibrahim Niasse (RA) of Medina Baye, Senegal. He carried a special spiritual station, making the light of the Prophet ﷺ accessible to people around the world. His legacy continues through his heirs, who guide communities with love, knowledge, and service.