Banu Hudhayl

Banu Hudhayl (Arabic: بنو هذيل) is an Arab tribe that originated in the Hejaz. The tribe mainly inhabits Saudi Arabia, Tunisia, Jordan and Egypt. The tribe was one of the tribes in contact with the Islamic prophet Muhammad and they are known throughout history for their talented poets and intellectuals.

Banu Hudhayl
بنو هذيل
Mudarite Arab tribe
Banner of Banu Hudhayl at the Battle of Siffin
EthnicityArab
NisbaAl-Hudhali
LocationSaudi Arabia, Tunisia, Jordan, Egypt
Descended fromHudhayl ibn Madraka
Parent tribeBanu Mudar
Branches
  • Lihyan
    • Mohrez
    • Marer
  • Sa'ad
    • Beni
    • Fleet
    • Zohair
    • Jamil
LanguageArabic
ReligionSunni Islam
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