Muhammad ibn Mansur

Muhammad ibn Mansur al-Burzandi (1070-1125) was an Arab nobleman and second Emir of the Taifa of Burzand, the first Brunanter state. Ibn Mansur was largely a benevolent ruler and was praised by both his Muslim and Christian subjects. Christian Latin sources mention him as Abenmanzor.

Biography
Muhammad ibn Mansur was most likely born in Spain, joined the military and arrived in Brunant before 1100. There is little on his early life written.

Ibn Mansur proclaimed his rule as Emir and created a nominally independent kingdom, the Taifa of Burzand. He became known as The Emir of two faiths, allowing Christians free practice of their faith and social equality with Muslims. Ibn Mansur's 8-year reign was one of the most prosperous in Arab Brunant, transforming Brunant into a regional centre for trade and commerce. His brother Hamid ibn Mansur, with the help of Almoravid troops, overthrew his brother in a coup and ruled from 1133 to 1139.

He began Burzandi Era of Diplomacy and was famous for sending ambassadors and explorers to other nations.

He pledged spiritual allegiance in 1128 to Caliph al-Mustarshid I.