Hassan al-Banna was an Egyptian teacher and political activist born in 1906. He is best known as the founder of the Muslim Brotherhood, a significant Islamic organization established in 1928. Al-Banna aimed to promote Islamic values and social reform in Egypt and beyond, advocating for a return to Islamic principles in both personal and public life. Al-Banna's ideas influenced many Islamic movements throughout the 20th century. He emphasized the importance of education, social justice, and community service, believing that Islam should guide all aspects of life. His work laid the foundation for various political and religious movements in the Arab world.