Skiredj Library of Tijani Studies
Sidi Mohammed Skiredj, known as "Sidi Mohammed Lebban" due to his dairy products business, passed away near Fez on October 28, 1934, and is buried in the Jabal Zaafaran cemetery. He was the grandfather of Dr. Sidi Ahmed(ibn Abdallah) Skiredj, the technical director of this website. In a poetic elegy, he was praised for his courage and integrity.
Sidi Mohammed (Hammad) Ibn Al-Haj Al-Ayachi Skiredj studied in Fez, served as a writer for Moroccan ministers, and published numerous works, including his multi-volume "History of Tangier" and summaries on Moroccan history. Known for his visionary dreams of the Prophet, he passed away in 1965 and is buried in the mausoleum of Sidi Bouaraqia in Tangier.
Abdelwahab Skiredj distinguished himself in commerce, representing an American company and introducing sewing and embroidery machines to Morocco. A devoted follower of the Tijani path, he died in 1927 at the age of 46.
Muhammad Skiredj passed away young after a brief illness in 1324 H. He left behind a manuscript titled "Precious Jewels," filled with guidance and teachings for his contemporaries.
Abd Al-Khaliq Skiredj assisted his brother Ahmad in managing religious endowments in Fez. A devoted Tijani follower, he died in 1943 due to the consequences of World War II, including epidemics and tragedies.
Abd Ar-Rahman Skiredj was born in Fez in 1898. After studying the Quran, he received intensive French instruction under the Protectorate. Following his father’s death, he temporarily moved to Tangier, where he was warmly welcomed by Tijani followers. Later, he resumed his studies at the University of Qarawiyyin, worked alongside his brother Sidi Ahmed as a supervisor of habous (charitable endowments), and took part in a diplomatic mission led by his brother to greet the King of Mecca. This mission, which visited several prestigious cities across Europe and the Middle East, deeply influenced his personality, broadening his cultural and intellectual horizon. He then pursued diverse professional paths, including public health inspection, where he demonstrated notable dedication, and real estate, where he gained expertise in property management and commercial transactions. His commercial success was especially prominent in Settat. His values of piety and generosity were reflected in his numerous charitable acts, including land donations to local workers. In recognition of his contributions, a street in Settat now bears his name.