 Mouride disciples call themselves "taalibé" in Wolof and must undergo a ritual of allegiance called "njebbel", as it is considered highly important to have a sheikh "spiritual guide" in order to become a Mouride.The Mouride brotherhood was founded in 1883 in Senegal by Amadou Bamba.The Mouride make up around 40 percent of the total population, and their influence over everyday life can be seen throughout Senegal.