Abdel-Halim Mahmoud
Abdel-Halim Mahmoud (Arabic: الإمام الأكبر عبدالحليم محمود) (12 May 1910 – 17 October 1978; 2 Jumaada al-awal 1328 A.H. - 14 The al-Qi`dah 1398 A.H.) served as Grand Imam of al-Azhar from 1973 until his death in 1978. Called “avuncular and beloved” by some, he was known for his modernizing approach to teaching at Al-Azhar University, preaching moderation and embracing modern science as a religious duty.
Abdel-Halim Mahmoud | |
|---|---|
| 46th Grand Imam of al-Azhar | |
| In office March 1973 – December 1978 | |
| Preceded by | Mohamed Al Fahham |
| Succeeded by | Abdel-Rahman Bissar |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 12 May 1910 Abou Ahmed, Sharqia, Khedivate of Egypt (now Al Salam, Egypt) |
| Died | 17 October 1978 (aged 68) Cairo, Egypt |
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