Ibrahim Haji al-Cherkessi

Ibrahim Haji al-Cherkessi
Qadi of Muhajir Circassians in Caucasian Imamate
In office
1846–1859
Preceded byUnknown
Succeeded byOffice abolished
Personal details
BornAbdzekhia, Circassia
Died25 August 1859
Gunib, Caucasian Imamate
NationalityCircassian (Abzakh tribe)
Military service
Allegiance Circassia
Caucasian Imamate
Branch/serviceArmy
Years of service1840–1859
Battles/wars

Ibrahim Haji al-Cherkessi was a Circassian Islamic scholar, a close companion of Imam Shamil, and a key figure in the resistance during the Caucasian War. Originally from Abadzekh (Western Circassia), he was known for his knowledge of Islamic law and his unwavering commitment to the Caucasian Imamate.