Abi Mnigel Mosque

Abi Mnigel Mosque (Arabic: جامع أبي منيجل‎) is a small mosque in the north of the Medina of Tunis, near the Bab Souika Suburb.

Localization

It is located in 16 El Nfefta Street.[1]

Etymology

According to the historian Mohamed Belkhodja, the mosque's name has two possible origins: A not well-known saint called Abi Mnigel, or the Abi Mnigel Bird (Tayr Al Ababil), a sacred bird mentioned in the coran.

History

According to the commemorative plaque at the entrance, it was built in the 13th century. it's known for its minbar that was made in 1493 and where the chahada is engraved. The mosque was restored between 1963 and 1966.[2]

References
  1. http://www.commune-tunis.gov.tn/publish/content/article.asp?ID=443
  2. http://archive.aawsat.com/details.asp?section=17&article=640088&issueno=11977#.WF_Im1MrLIU
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