Dr. Shaykh Moulay Mounir Al-Qadiri Boutchich, the Voice of Moderate Sufism in the Modern Era.

According to a recent article by [Muhammad Al-Fassi] published in [www.fesnews.media].
Muhammad Al-Fassi  3 September، 2025 Morocco

In a scene that unites noble lineage with profound academic formation, the name of Dr. Al-Sharif Moulay Mounir Al-Qadiri Boutchich stands out as the current Shaykh of the Qadiri Boutchich Order and one of the most prominent balanced Sufi voices in the Islamic world. His path embodies a unique model linking rigorous scientific research at major global universities with the authentic spiritual upbringing he inherited from his grandfather, the Knower of God Sidi Hamza, and his father, the Knower of God Sidi Jamal EdDine, may God sanctify their secrets.

Up Close: In the Presence of Spiritual Upbringing
Dr. Moulay Mounir Al-Qadiri grew up within the core of the Boutchich Zawiya, where he absorbed the principles of Sufi education under the guidance of his grandfather, the venerable Shaykh Sidi Hamza bin Haj Al-Abbas, considered one of the leading figures of contemporary Sufism, and his esteemed father, Shaykh Sidi Jamal EdDine. He was authorised as Shaykh of the order through blessed and documented instructions (oral, written, and visual), and with the testimony of senior disciples of the order, continuing the path of his ancestors in education and guidance.

A Distinguished Global Academic Journey
Alongside his spiritual formation, Shaykh Moulay Mounir built an exceptional academic career. He graduated from Dar Al-Hadith Al-Hassania in Rabat and holds two licenses in Islamic studies and economic sciences in Morocco. He then moved to France, earning advanced degrees from the University of Grenoble, culminating in several doctorates from the prestigious Sorbonne University in specialised fields such as Religious Sciences and Sufi Studies, notably his dissertation on “The Strength of Hearts” by Imam Abi Talib Al-Makki.
He currently holds prestigious academic positions, including Director of a Research Center in Paris, Professor of Islamic Finance at Dauphine University, and President of the Global Sufism Forum in Madagh.

A Vision Combining Love of Homeland and Citizenship Values
Shaykh Dr. Moulay Mounir follows the path of his predecessors in instilling values of patriotism and loyalty. He continuously urges his followers to pray for the Commander of the Faithful, His Majesty King Mohammed VI, and the noble royal family. His vision extends globally, stressing to the “poor” of the order around the world the necessity of being good citizens who respect the laws of their countries of residence, thus reflecting the image of tolerant Islam and authentic Sufi values based on peace and harmony.

International Influence and Recognition
Thanks to his approach that balances tradition and modernity, and his calm, open style addressing youth issues, Dr. Moulay Mounir Al-Qadiri Boutchich has firmly established the values of moderate Sunni Sufism as a fortress against extremist and radical discourse. His intellectual and spiritual efforts were crowned with international recognition when he was awarded the International Peace Medal by the International Peace Commission affiliated with the United Nations, in appreciation of his contributions to promoting the culture of dialogue and tolerance. He is truly a model embodying the wisdom of Sufi education and the depth of knowledge in the service of humanity.

Credits: [Al-Fassi], [Muhammad]. ([September 2025]). [Title: From the Sorbonne to the Madagh Zawiya: Dr. Shaykh Moulay Mounir Al-Qadiri Boutchich, the Voice of Moderate Sufism in the Modern Era]. [FES NEWS MEDIA]. Retrieved from [URL: https://fesnews.media/311145/2025/09/03/].

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