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Shah Abbas's reforms included diminishing the military's influence and establishing two new armies exclusively loyal to him.
Shah Abbas's reforms included diminishing the military's influence and establishing two new armies exclusively loyal to him.
True (A)
Shah Abbas's reformed military groups consisted of armies of Indians and a force recruited from the Christian north and modeled after the Ottoman janissaries, equipped with advanced artillery.
Shah Abbas's reformed military groups consisted of armies of Indians and a force recruited from the Christian north and modeled after the Ottoman janissaries, equipped with advanced artillery.
False (B)
Shah Abbas deliberately excluded foreign experts from his government to ensure internal control and minimize external influence.
Shah Abbas deliberately excluded foreign experts from his government to ensure internal control and minimize external influence.
False (B)
Shah Abbas invited hundreds of Japanese artisans to Esfahan, yielding collaborative artwork influenced by Japanese aesthetics and Persian traditions.
Shah Abbas invited hundreds of Japanese artisans to Esfahan, yielding collaborative artwork influenced by Japanese aesthetics and Persian traditions.
Due to strong international demand, carpet weaving evolved from a local craft into a major national industry.
Due to strong international demand, carpet weaving evolved from a local craft into a major national industry.
Shah Abbas created new armies that were primarily loyal to whom?
Shah Abbas created new armies that were primarily loyal to whom?
What was Shah Abbas's approach to corruption among government officials?
What was Shah Abbas's approach to corruption among government officials?
What did Shah Abbas do to convince European merchants his empire accepted different religions?
What did Shah Abbas do to convince European merchants his empire accepted different religions?
What was the direct result of Abbas bringing Christian religious orders into the empire?
What was the direct result of Abbas bringing Christian religious orders into the empire?
Where did Shah Abbas build his new capital?
Where did Shah Abbas build his new capital?
Esfahan was renowned as a showplace for what?
Esfahan was renowned as a showplace for what?
The artwork resulting from the collaboration of Chinese and Safavid artists blended which ideas?
The artwork resulting from the collaboration of Chinese and Safavid artists blended which ideas?
What transformation occurred in carpet weaving due to international demand?
What transformation occurred in carpet weaving due to international demand?
Which of the following best describes Shah Abbas's strategic approach to consolidating power?
Which of the following best describes Shah Abbas's strategic approach to consolidating power?
Why was Esfahan's design and construction under Shah Abbas considered innovative from a socio-political perspective?
Why was Esfahan's design and construction under Shah Abbas considered innovative from a socio-political perspective?
What was the most significant long-term impact of the collaboration between Chinese and Safavid artists during Shah Abbas's reign?
What was the most significant long-term impact of the collaboration between Chinese and Safavid artists during Shah Abbas's reign?
What was the primary driver behind the transformation of Persian carpet weaving from a local craft to a major national industry?
What was the primary driver behind the transformation of Persian carpet weaving from a local craft to a major national industry?
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Abbas's New Armies
Abbas's New Armies
Shah Abbas created two new armies loyal only to him, one Persian and one recruited from Christian north, modeled after Ottoman janissaries.
Military Modernization
Military Modernization
Shah Abbas modernized his military by equipping his new armies with modern artillery.
Government Reforms
Government Reforms
Shah Abbas reformed his government by punishing corruption severely and promoting competent, loyal officials.
Foreign Officials
Foreign Officials
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Religious Tolerance
Religious Tolerance
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Esfahan
Esfahan
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Artistic Collaboration
Artistic Collaboration
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Persian Carpets
Persian Carpets
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Military Power Curb
Military Power Curb
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Anti-Corruption Measures
Anti-Corruption Measures
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European Immigration
European Immigration
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Economic Growth
Economic Growth
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Esfahan showcase
Esfahan showcase
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Safavid Art
Safavid Art
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Artistic Style
Artistic Style
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Loyal Armies
Loyal Armies
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Artillery Upgrade
Artillery Upgrade
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Government Efficiency
Government Efficiency
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Foreign Talent
Foreign Talent
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Religious Hospitality
Religious Hospitality
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Esfahan's Beauty
Esfahan's Beauty
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Artwork Produced
Artwork Produced
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Study Notes
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- Shah Abbas reformed both military and civilian life aspects.
- Abbas limited the military's power.
- Abbas created two new armies that were only loyal to him.
- These armies were equipped with modern artillery.
- One new army consisted of Persians.
- The other consisted of recruits from the Christian north, modeled after the Ottoman janissaries.
Reforms in Civilian Life
- Abbas punished corruption severely.
- Abbas promoted officials based on competence and loyalty.
- Foreigners from neighboring countries were hired to fill government positions.
- Abbas brought members of Christian religious orders into the empire, resulting in Europeans immigrating.
- Industry, trade, and art exchanges grew between the empire and European nations to convince European merchants that his empire was tolerant of other religions.
A New Capital
- The Shah built a new capital at Esfahan which was considered a beautiful city.
- Many artisans, both foreign and Safavid, worked on the buildings and objects in Esfahan.
Art Works
- Shah Abbas brought hundreds of Chinese artisans to Esfahan.
- Artists produced intricate metalwork, miniature paintings, calligraphy, glasswork, tile work, and pottery.
- A collaboration gave rise to artwork that blended Chinese and Persian ideas.
Persian Carpets
- The demand for Persian carpets influenced the Safavids.
- Carpet weaving changed from a local craft to a national one because of increased demand.
- The carpets reflected traditional Persian themes in the beginning.
- As the empire became more culturally blended, the designs incorporated new themes into the carpets.
The Dynasty Declines
- Shah Abbas killed or blinded his ablest sons when choosing a successor, repeating a mistake of Ottoman monarch Suleyman.
- Abbas's incompetent grandson, Safi, succeeded him.
- Safi led the Safavids down the same road to decline that the Ottomans had taken, however the Safavids declined faster.
- Cultural blending and conquest led to the growth of a new empire in India.
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Shah Abbas reformed the military by creating armies loyal only to him and modernizing artillery. He also reformed civilian life by punishing corruption and hiring based on competence. The capital was moved to Esfahan, which became a center for art and trade.
