Layene

The Layene Brotherhood is a religious sect of Sufi Muslims based in Senegal and founded by Seydina Limamou Laye. It is notable for its belief that their leader is the Mahdi (who they believe is the reincarnation of Muhammad). Despite its name of "brotherhood [confrérie]", the Layene Brotherhood includes women. The top religious leadership is restricted to the male descendants of the founder, Seydina Limamou Laye. Khalifs of the Layene Brotherhood: 1. Seydina Issa Rouhou Laye, 1909-1949 2. Seydina Mandione Laye, 1949-1971 3. Seydina Issa Laye II, 1971-1987 4. Mame Alassane Laye, 1987-2001

Layene

The Layene Brotherhood is a religious sect of Sufi Muslims based in Senegal and founded by Seydina Limamou Laye. It is notable for its belief that their leader is the Mahdi (who they believe is the reincarnation of Muhammad). Despite its name of "brotherhood [confrérie]", the Layene Brotherhood includes women. The top religious leadership is restricted to the male descendants of the founder, Seydina Limamou Laye. Khalifs of the Layene Brotherhood: 1. Seydina Issa Rouhou Laye, 1909-1949 2. Seydina Mandione Laye, 1949-1971 3. Seydina Issa Laye II, 1971-1987 4. Mame Alassane Laye, 1987-2001