Ahmad Baba b. Ahmad b. al-Faqih al-Hajj Ahmad b. ʿUmar b. Muhammad al-Takrūrī al-Tinbuktī al-Sūdānī, Abū al-ʿAbbās (d. 1036/1627)

Ahmad Baba, a distinguished scholar from Timbuktu, is renowned for his profound knowledge in Islamic jurisprudence and his extensive writings. He was a prolific author, penning numerous works that have been highly regarded in the Islamic world. Among his notable contributions is the 'Nayl al-Ibtihaj bi Tatriz al-Dibaj,' a biographical dictionary that remains a valuable resource for scholars. His expertise was not limited to jurisprudence; he also made significant contributions to literature and ...See more