The Elite and Their Political Role in Morocco During the Almohad Era (524-668 AH / 1129-1269 AD)

Abstract

This special study deals with their political role in Morocco during the Almohad era. This class played a pivotal political role during the Almohad era and is considered one of the most influential classes in Almohad society, as it included caliphs, princes, ministers, as well as jurists, judges, and scholars. The Almohad state created some classes, such as the students, which gained a prestigious position in the Almohad era. This class played a fundamental role in selecting the caliphs and consolidating their rule. It also contributed to the administration of the country, as it included military leaders, governors, ministers, and judges. This study aims to examine the concept of the elite class, its most important segments, and its political and military role during the Almohad era. The study employed several research methods to uncover some historical facts that may be shrouded in some research ambiguity. In order to achieve the study's objectives and answer the questions raised, the descriptive method was used, which presents the scientific material, displays it, and arranges it in a way that serves the elements of the research. Similarly, the analytical approach to information taken from specific sources was employed to arrive at conclusive facts. After research, several previous studies related to the topic were found, such as: "The Particular Character of Society within the Political and Administrative Structure of the Almohads" by Walaa Ali Aref; "Political Life in the Almohad Era: An Objective and Technical Study" by Ahmed Abdel Hamid Rasen; and "The Student Institution in the Almohad State" by Fares Bouz.