Sufism, Mahdism and Nationalism Limamou Laye

Limamou Laye, an Islamic leader from present-day Senegal, has proclaimed himself the reincarnation of Muhammad, with his son later proclaiming himself to be a reincarnation of Jesus Christ. Limamou Laye established a tariqa, or Sufi organization, based upon his claims and the miracles attributed to him. This study analyzes Limamou Laye's goals for his community, his theology; as well as the various elements - both local and global - that created him and helped him to emerge as a religious leader of significance. This book also explores how the growth of Islamic communities in Senegambia stems from an evolving conflict between the traditional governments and the emerging Islamic communities.

Douglas H. Thomas is Assistant Professor of History at Grambling State University, USA.

Acknowledgements	p. vi
Introduction	p. 1
Islam, Muhammad, Jesus and the World	p. 11
Islam in Senegal	p. 23
The Lebu	p. 55
The Early Life of Libasse Chaw (Thiaw)	p. 79
Limamou Laye and His Mission	p. 93
Passing the Torch: Limamou Laye and Seydina Issa Rohou Laye	p. 117
The Legacy	p. 135
Conclusion	p. 147
Notes	p. 151
Bibliography	p. 161
Index	p. 167
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Sufism, Mahdism and Nationalism Limamou Laye and the Layennes of Senegal

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