Youssef Carter highlights Sheikh Ibrahima Fall as a devoted protégé of Sheikh Amadou Bamba. Though a contemporary of Bamba, Fall embraced the role of servant, viewing physical labor as a path to spiritual growth. Just as Bamba saw himself as a servant of the Prophet Muhammad, Fall dedicated himself to serving Bamba’s mission. He became the model for the Baye Fall, a subgroup of Mourides known for their commitment to service and distinctive patchwork clothing, symbolizing their devotion and spiritual discipline.