Dive deep into the roles, historical significance, cultural impact, and sociopolitical influence of the Shii Ulama in Islamic society.
Dive into the unique world of the Zurkhaneh, an ancient Iranian gymnasium dedicated to strength, ethics, and culture. Learn about the history, cultural significance, and practices that define this time-honored institution.
Explore the life and influence of Husayn Ali Muntaziri, an influential Iranian cleric, who became an important voice of opposition within Iran's clerically dominated government. Delve into his educational background, political tumult, and enduring legacy.
Explore Qom, the pivotal Iranian city at the core of Shia theological studies and political movements. Discover its historic significance, from religious shrines to revolutionary centers.
Discover the life and contributions of Mehdi Bazargan, a pivotal figure in modern Iranian history who bridged the worlds of academia, reform, and politics.
Discover the storied history of Alamut, the invincible mountain fortress in Northern Iran. Uncover its legacy from an impregnable citadel to the heartland of the Nizari Ismaili state under Hasan-i Sabbah, and its subsequent fall to the Mongols. Explore cultural narratives and historical paths through the ages.
Explore the life and reign of Nadir Shah Afshar, founder of the Afsharid dynasty in Iran, his attempts to reconcile Sunnis and Shiis, and his eventual assassination.
Delve into the history and significance of the Liberation Movement of Iran, a party rooted in a moderate Islamic perspective, instrumental in the transfer of power during the 1979 Iranian Revolution, advocating for liberal political and economic policies while opposing both royal and clerical dictatorships.
Delve into the pivotal 1979 Iranian Revolution, where a confluence of socio-political factors led to the toppling of the Western-influenced Pahlavi regime and the rise of an Islamic Republic under Ayatollah Khomeini.
Explore Sipah-i Pasdaran-i Inqilab-i Islami, also known as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), formed to safeguard the Iranian revolution. Understand its roles, history, significance, and influence in modern Iran.
Explore the complex history and ideology of Mujahidin-i Khalq, a unique resistance movement against the Islamic Republic of Iran that blends Shiism with Marxism. Understand its aims, challenges, and impact on Iranian history.
Discover the influential role of Bazaaris in Iranian society, their contribution to religious and political movements, and their impact on shaping Iranian history.
Delve into the life and impact of Shah Ismail, the founder of the Persian Safavid dynasty. Understand his role in establishing Ithnā ʿAsharī Shīʿism as the state religion and his influence as a religious and political leader.
Explore the life and influence of Malkom Khan, an Iranian social and political reformer who sought to modernize Iran through democratic reforms and Westernization.
Delve into the history and legacy of Fidaiyan-i Islam, an Iranian religio-political group aiming to create an Islamic order through activism, social reform, and targeted assassinations.
Dive into the life and legacy of Sipahsalar, (Mirza) Husayn Khan Mushir al-Dawlah, an Iranian statesman instrumental in Iran's modernization. Explore his administrative, military, and legal reforms, and the opposition he faced.
Explore the White Revolution, Reza Shah Pahlavi's ambitious project to modernize Iran during the 1960s and 1970s. Understand its impact on various sectors of Iranian society and the eventual consequences leading to the Islamic Revolution.
Dive into the Quranic term 'Taghut,' representing false gods, idols, and tyrannical rulers who misuse power. Examine its significance throughout historical and modern contexts, with a focus on its usage in Iran.
Dive into the life and legacy of Mohammed Mossadegh, the Iranian prime minister who nationalized the oil industry and catalyzed a series of events that shaped modern Iran.
Explore the life, reign, and ultimate downfall of Muhammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, the last ruling monarch of the Iranian Pahlavi dynasty. Delve into his ambitious but contentious reforms, his connections with foreign powers, and his complex legacy in Iranian history.
Unveiling the life and impact of Nawwab Safawi, Sayyid Mujtaba Mir Luhi, founder of Fadayan-i Islam. Explore his involvement in political assassinations, contributions to Iranian religio-political landscape, and his ultimate execution.
Discover the life and legacy of Shaykh Safi al-Din Ardabili, the founder of the Safavid Sufi order, ancestral root of Iran's Safavid dynasty. Explore his spiritual journey, influence, and historical context within the 14th century Iranian world.
An in-depth look into Bunyad, the Persian term for grassroots organizations that have significantly shaped Iran post-1979 revolution. Uncover their roles in social services, trade, manufacturing, and more.
Discover the Buwayhids, also known as the Buyyids, a dynasty of mercenary soldiers who ruled over western Iran and Iraq from the 10th to the 11th century. Learn how they dominated the Abbasid Caliphate until the Seljuk rise.
Dive into the life and political journey of Muhammad Khatami, the Iranian reformist president who advocated for dialogue between civilizations and pushed for reforms in a turbulent political landscape.
Delve into the Constitutional Revolution of Pakistan (1905-1911), a significant historical turning point marked by demands for justice, economic change, and political restructuring. Explore its roots, impacts, and lasting legacy on modern Iran.
Explore the Council of Experts of Iran, an elected body of clerics entrusted with advising the Revolutionary Council, drafting the constitution, and overseeing the leadership succession in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
Dive deep into the history and evolution of Komiteh, the pivotal revolutionary committees that played a crucial role in the Iranian Revolution of 1979. Explore their origins, ideological diversity, and eventual integration into the national police force.
Dive into the 1891-92 Iranian Tobacco Protest, a significant event led by religious scholars, merchants, and intellectuals against British monopoly. Discover its lasting impact on the political landscape and the collaboration between the ulama and merchants.
Dive into the origins, actions, and eventual dissolution of the Islamic Republican Party, essential to Iran post-1979 revolution. Understand its ideological foundation, influence on national and international politics, and its eventual demise.
Join us as we explore the life, legacy, and profound influence of Ayatollah Muhammad Musavi Bihbihani, a leading Shii cleric during the Pahlavi period in Iran. Delve into his background, key historical events, and his roles in socio-political movements.
Unveil the political and religious journey of Ayatollah Hajj Sayyid Abol-Qasem Kashani, a prominent Iranian cleric and nationalist leader, and his lasting impact on the Islamic world.
