| Saint Farqad Sabakhi | |
|---|---|
| Preacher, Mystic, Theologian | |
| Born | c. 650-70 C.E. Armenia |
| Died | c. 729/30 C.E. |
| Honored in | Islam |
| Influences | Prophets of Islam, Hasan of Basra |
| Influenced | Maruf Karkhi |
| Tradition/Genre | Ascetic Sufism |
Farqad Sabakhi (died 729) was an Armenian Islamic preacher and an associate of Hasan al-Basri.[1] He was thus one of the Tabi'een (i.e. of the generation that succeeded the Sahabah). Farqad as-Sabakhi was formerly a Christian. It is noted that Farqad as-Sabakhi may have mentored Maruf Karkhi, who was a pivotal figure in Sufism.[1] As-Sabakhi was known for his ascetic lifestyle and his knowledge of Judeo-Christian scriptures.[2]