Ismail I
Definition
Ismail I was the founder of the Safavid dynasty in Iran (ruling from 1501-1524), who established Twelver Shia Islam as the state religion.
Related terms
Safaviyya Order: A Sufi order founded by Ismail's ancestors which played a key role in his rise to power.
Battle of Chaldiran: A decisive battle fought between Ismail I and Ottoman Sultan Selim I which resulted in significant territorial loss for Ismail's forces.
Tahmasp I: He was Ismail's son who succeeded him after his death.
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