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Abdesslam Yassine (Arabic: عبد السلام ياسين; 1928 – December 13, 2012) was the leader of the Moroccan Islamist organisation Al Adl Wa Al Ihssane (Justice and Spirituality).




Biography


Yassine was born in Marrakesh. He worked as a teacher and a school inspector for the Ministry of Education, and from 1965 on, was a member of one of the most famous Moroccan Sufi brotherhoods, the Boutchichiyya. Yassine reportedly fell out with the leadership of the brotherhood over its refusal to engage more directly in political matters, and founded his own organisation.
Yassine was jailed in a mental asylum for three years for publishing an open letter to King Hassan II denouncing his rule as un-Islamic. Following his release he was kept under house arrest for many years, before eventually being released in the early years of the rule of King Mohammed VI.
Yassine's many publications include L'Islam ou le Deluge (Islam or the Flood), probably the best known of his works.
Yassine died on 13 December 2012. He was married to Khadija Al Malki who died in late March 2015 and is the father of Nadia Yassine who leads the women's branch of Al Adl Wa Al Ihssane.
Abdassalam Yassine dedicated much of his life to establishing a moderate and peaceful Islamic organization through his founding of Al-Adl wa al-Ihsan (Justice and Spirituality). Here are some key aspects of his efforts:
Founding Principles
Yassine founded Al-Adl wa al-Ihsan in 1981, emphasizing principles of justice, spirituality, non-violence, and social justice. He believed that these principles were essential for creating a fair and harmonious society.
Spiritual and Ethical Foundations
The organization places a strong emphasis on spiritual development and ethical behavior. Yassine's teachings encouraged followers to cultivate personal piety and moral integrity as a foundation for broader social and political engagement.
Non-Violent Approach
Yassine consistently advocated for non-violence and peaceful activism. He believed that social and political change could be achieved through non-violent means, such as education, dialogue, and community service. This approach helped differentiate Al-Adl wa al-Ihsan from more militant Islamist groups.
Education and Community Development
The organization has focused on educational and community development initiatives. It runs schools, provides social services, and engages in various forms of community outreach to improve the lives of ordinary Moroccans. These activities help to build social cohesion and address socio-economic inequalities.
Political Advocacy
While Al-Adl wa al-Ihsan has been critical of the Moroccan monarchy and the political system, it has largely pursued its goals through peaceful political advocacy. The organization has called for democratic reforms, greater transparency, and respect for human rights in Morocco.
Publications and Writings
Yassine was a prolific writer, authoring numerous books and articles on Islam, spirituality, and social justice. His works have been influential in shaping the organization's ideology and guiding its activities. His writings emphasize the importance of inner spiritual transformation as a basis for societal change.
Building a Broad Coalition
Under Yassine's leadership, Al-Adl wa al-Ihsan sought to build a broad coalition of supporters from various segments of Moroccan society, including students, professionals, and the urban poor. This inclusive approach helped to broaden the organization's appeal and strengthen its social base.
Advocacy for Human Rights
The organization has also been involved in human rights advocacy, highlighting issues such as political repression, corruption, and social injustice. By promoting human rights and social justice, Yassine aimed to create a more just and equitable society.
Overall, Abdassalam Yassine's efforts to establish a moderate and peaceful organization were rooted in his commitment to non-violence, spiritual development, and social justice. Through Al-Adl wa al-Ihsan, he sought to promote a vision of Islam that was both ethically grounded and socially relevant.




Books






= originally written in Arabic

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Islam between the Appeal and the State, 1972
Tomorrow Islam!, 1973
Islam—or the Flood (An Open Letter to the Late King of Morocco), 1974
The Royal Century Missive in the Balance of Islam, 1980
The Prophetic Method [al-Minhāj an-Nabawi], 1982
Islam and the Challenge of Marxism-Leninism, 1987
Exemplary Men (1st in the series Al-Ihssān), 1988
Introductions to the Method, 1989
Islam and the Challenge of Secular Nationalism, 1989
Reflections on Islamic Jurisprudence and History, 1990
Spiritual Gems (A Collection of Poems), 1992
The Muslim Mind on Trial: Divine Revelation versus Secular Rationalism, 1994
A Dialogue with Honorable Democrats, 1994
Letter of Reminder (1st in the series Rasa’il Al-Ihsān), 1995
On the Economy, 1995
Letter to Students and to all Muslims (2nd in the series Rassa’il Al-Ihssân), 1995
Guide to Believing Women, 1996
Shūra and Democracy, 1996
Poetic Exhortations (3rd in the series Rasa’il Al- Ihsān), 1996
Dialogue of the Past and the Future, 1997
Dialogue with an Amazighit Friend, 1997
Spirituality [Al-Ihssān] V1, 1998
How Shall We Renew Our Iman? How Do We Advise For God’s Sake And His Messenger? (1st in the series “The Prophetic Method Discourses”), 1998
Al-Fitra And The Remedial Treatment Of Prophecy For Hearts (2nd in the series “The Prophetic Method Discourses”), 1998
Spirituality [Al-Ihssān] V2, 1999
Hearts Sincerity (3rd in the series “The Prophetic Method Discourses”), 1999
Braving the Obstacles (4th in the series “The Prophetic Method Discourses”), 1999
Justice: Islamists and Governance, 2000
Bunches of Grapes (A Collection of Poems), 2000
The Scholarly Treatise, 2001
Caliphate and Monarchy, 2001
Exemplary Men of Uprising and Reform, 2001
Day and Night Schedule of the Believer, 2002
The Price (5th in the series “The Prophetic Method Discourses”), 2004
God’s Custom, 2005
Introductions to the future of Islam, 2005
Day and Night Schedule of the Believer (a book in Arabic and English), 2007
Leadership of the Umma, 2009
Qur’ān and Prophecy, 2010
The Muslim Community and its Bond, 2012




= originally written in French

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The Islamic Method of Revolution, 1980
Toward a Dialog with our Westernized Elite, 1980
Winning the Modern World for Islam, 1998
Memorandum: To Him Who Is Concerned (an open letter in French to the country's new king, Mohamed VI), 1999




= translated into English

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Memorandum: To Him Who Is Concerned (Traslation of an open letter in French to the country’s new king, Mohamed VI), 1999
Winning the Modern World for Islam, 2000
The MuslimMind on Trial: Divine Revelation versus SecularRationalism, 2003
Day and Night Schedule of the Believer (A book in Arabic and English), 2007
The Last Testament of Imam Abdessalam Yassine 2013




References






External links


Abdesslam Yassin's Web site (Arabic)
Al Adl wa al Ihsaan homepage (Arabic)
An online library of Abdesslam Yassin's works

Kata Kunci Pencarian:

• Raja Casablanca
• Abdesslam Yassine
• Al Adl Wa Al Ihssane
• Yassine (name)
• Nadia Yassine
• Deaths in December 2012
• Ahmed Raissouni
• Abd al-Salam (name)
• Mohamed Chafik
• Abdallah Ibrahim
• Wydad AC