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Sudan - Omdurman - The Mahdis Tomb
The Mahdis Tomb - Omdurman, Sudan. Tomb of Muhammad Ahmad, self- declared Mahdi in 1881. In his reform of Islam he replaced the pilgrimage to Mecca with the obligation to serve in the holy war against unbelievers. The tomb was destroyed by the British after their conquest of Sudan as can be seen in this photograph. The tomb was rebuilt in 1947 as a copy of the original. Date: circa 1910s
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Ahmad Conquest Damage Damaged Destroyed Mahdi Muhammad Omdurman Rebuilt Rubble Ruined Sudan Tomb
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This evocative photograph captures the ruins of The Mahdis Tomb in Omdurman, Sudan, a site steeped in historical significance. The tomb is the final resting place of Muhammad Ahmad, who declared himself the Mahdi, or the expected one, in 1881. In his reform of Islam, he replaced the pilgrimage to Mecca with the obligation to serve in the holy war against unbelievers, leading to the Mahdist War and the eventual British conquest of Sudan. The tomb, as seen in this image from the 1910s, lies in ruins, a testament to the destructive power of war. The British, after their successful conquest, destroyed the original tomb as a symbol of their victory. However, the tomb was rebuilt in 1947 as a faithful copy of the original, preserving the historical and cultural importance of this site. The image reveals a scene of damage and destruction, with rubble and debris scattered around the tomb. Yet, despite the damage, the tomb remains a powerful symbol of Sudanese history and the enduring legacy of the Mahdi and his movement. The photograph serves as a reminder of the complex and often tumultuous history of Sudan and the profound impact of religious and political upheaval on its people and land.
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