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Was the Safavid Empire Christian?
No. The official religion of the Safavid Empire was Shiite Islam. They were also quite zealous rulers, forcibly converting many to Shiite Islam.
Why did the Shiites eagerly support the Safavid rulers?
Safavid rulers were shiites.
Which statement accurately contrasts the Ottoman and Safavid empires in the 16th century?
Ottoman rulers believed that Muhammad's successor was his close friend Abu Bakr, whereas Safavid rulers believed that Muhammad's successor was his son-in-law Ali.
What Muslim empires government encouraged religious and cultural toleration?
The Ottoman Empire's government was consistently tolerant. The Mughal Empire's government waxed and waned between tolerance under some rulers and intolerance under others. The Safavid Empire was consistently intolerant.
What were the religious beliefs of the Safavid Empire and how did they influence the empire's cultural and political development?
The Safavid Empire was a Shia Muslim state, with the ruling elite adhering to Twelver Shia Islam. This religious belief played a significant role in shaping the empire's cultural and political development. It influenced the art, architecture, and literature of the empire, as well as its legal and political systems. The Safavid rulers used religion to legitimize their rule and unify their diverse subjects, creating a strong sense of identity and loyalty among the population. Additionally, the religious hierarchy played a key role in the administration of the empire, with religious leaders holding significant power and influence.
Is an ottoman ruler is called a shia?
Not by a long shot. The rulers of the Ottoman Empire were the Sultan, in political matters, and the Caliph, in spiritual matters. Shiites (shia) are a sect of Islam vigorously opposed by the Ottoman Empire and were often seen as a fifth column with loyalties to the Ottoman Empire's rival: the Safavid Persian Empire.
What was the biggest problem for the rulers of the ottoman empire in the late 1700's?
ethnical and religious problems. They could not solve the ethnical and religious problems in one of the largest empires of the world. Plus they did not have sufficient means of communication which could keep the rulers updated with latest situation in remote areas of the empire.
What is the safavid empire's religion?
The Safavid Empire, which ruled Persia (modern-day Iran) from the 16th to the 18th centuries, established Shia Islam as its state religion. This marked a significant shift from the predominantly Sunni Islam that had previously been prevalent in the region. The Safavid rulers promoted Twelver Shiism, which became a defining characteristic of Iranian identity and culture, influencing the religious landscape of the area for centuries. Their commitment to Shia Islam also led to conflicts with Sunni Ottoman Empire and other neighboring powers.
What version of Islam did safavid rulers practice?
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What accurately contrasts the Ottoman and Safavid empires in the 16th century?
the answer is B. Ottoman rulers believed that Muhammad's successor was his close friend Abu Bakr whereas Safavid rulers believed that Muhammad's successor was his own son-in-law Ali.
Why do you think the Ottoman and Safavid rulers implemented policies of religious tolerance?
The Ottoman and Safavid rulers implemented policies of religious tolerance to maintain stability and unity within their diverse empires, as well as to attract skilled individuals and promote economic growth.
The abbasids were rulers of what empire?
The abbasids were rulers of the Islamic Empire back in the 700s to 1200s.
