Ibrahim ibn Tashfin facts for kids

Ibrahim ibn Tashfin (Arabic: إبراهيم بن تاشفين) was a young ruler of the Almoravid dynasty. He became the seventh Emir (a type of ruler or prince) of the Almoravids. His time as emir was very short, lasting only from 1146 to 1147.

Ibrahim became ruler when he was still a baby. This happened after his father, Tashfin ibn Ali, died. The news of his father's death reached the city of Marrakech, which was the capital. People there quickly announced Ibrahim as the new king.

However, the Almoravid dynasty was facing big challenges at this time. Another powerful group, the Almohads, were taking over their lands. Ibrahim was soon replaced by his uncle, Ishaq ibn Ali. But the Almohads quickly captured Marrakech. Both Ibrahim and his uncle Ishaq were killed in 1147.

The Almoravid Dynasty

The Almoravid dynasty was a powerful group that ruled over a large area in North Africa and parts of Spain. They were known for their strong military and their commitment to Islam. The dynasty started in the 11th century and built important cities like Marrakech.

By the mid-12th century, the Almoravids began to lose their power. A new group, the Almohads, started to challenge them. The Almohads believed the Almoravids had strayed from the true teachings of Islam. They launched a major rebellion to take control.

A Short Reign

Ibrahim ibn Tashfin's reign was one of the shortest in the Almoravid dynasty's history. He was proclaimed emir in 1146, right after his father, Tashfin ibn Ali, died in battle. Tashfin ibn Ali had been fighting against the Almohads.

Because Ibrahim was just a baby, he could not truly rule. The Almoravid state was already in a difficult situation. It was losing battles and territory to the Almohads.

The Fall of Marrakech

The Almohad movement grew stronger and stronger. They were determined to conquer Marrakech, the Almoravid capital. The Almohads laid siege to the city, meaning they surrounded it and tried to cut off its supplies.

During this time, Ibrahim ibn Tashfin was replaced by his uncle, Ishaq ibn Ali. Ishaq was the last Almoravid emir. However, his rule was also very brief. The Almohads successfully captured Marrakech in 1147. Both Ibrahim and Ishaq were killed during the conquest of the city. This marked the end of the Almoravid dynasty.

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In Spanish: Ibrahim ibn Tasufin para niños