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What was one of the main achievements of the Yarubids dynasty during its rule?
What was one of the main achievements of the Yarubids dynasty during its rule?
Which period did the Yarubids dynasty rule Oman?
Which period did the Yarubids dynasty rule Oman?
What aspect of Oman did the Yarubids significantly improve during their reign?
What aspect of Oman did the Yarubids significantly improve during their reign?
What was the political status of Oman prior to the rise of the Yarubids dynasty?
What was the political status of Oman prior to the rise of the Yarubids dynasty?
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Which of the following regions did the Yarubids establish long-lasting settlements?
Which of the following regions did the Yarubids establish long-lasting settlements?
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Who amended the document in November 2024?
Who amended the document in November 2024?
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What was the primary reason for the Yarubids' expulsion of the Portuguese?
What was the primary reason for the Yarubids' expulsion of the Portuguese?
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What led to the collapse of the Yarubids state?
What led to the collapse of the Yarubids state?
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Who was responsible for attacking the Portuguese at their coastal fortresses starting in Sohar?
Who was responsible for attacking the Portuguese at their coastal fortresses starting in Sohar?
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In which year did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I successfully liberate Muscat and Matrah from the Portuguese?
In which year did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I successfully liberate Muscat and Matrah from the Portuguese?
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What significant building did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I construct during his leadership?
What significant building did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I construct during his leadership?
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Which islands did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I incorporate into Omani authority?
Which islands did Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I incorporate into Omani authority?
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Who was the head of the tribe known as Sheikh in the context of Oman?
Who was the head of the tribe known as Sheikh in the context of Oman?
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What year did Imam Nasser bin Murshid begin his rule?
What year did Imam Nasser bin Murshid begin his rule?
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What was Imam.Belarab bin Sultan known for during his governance?
What was Imam.Belarab bin Sultan known for during his governance?
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What was the first area that Imam Nasser aimed to unite internally?
What was the first area that Imam Nasser aimed to unite internally?
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During which period did Imam.Belarab bin Sultan serve as an Imam?
During which period did Imam.Belarab bin Sultan serve as an Imam?
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How many years did it take Imam Nasser to reunify Oman?
How many years did it take Imam Nasser to reunify Oman?
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What action did Imam.Nasser bin Murshid take when the siege against the Portuguese prolonged?
What action did Imam.Nasser bin Murshid take when the siege against the Portuguese prolonged?
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What was the primary challenge Imam Nasser faced after gaining the Imamate?
What was the primary challenge Imam Nasser faced after gaining the Imamate?
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Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I drove the Portuguese out from which geographical region?
Imam.Sultan bin Saif-I drove the Portuguese out from which geographical region?
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What role did Sheikh Khamis bin Said Al-Shaqsi play in establishing Imam Nasser's leadership?
What role did Sheikh Khamis bin Said Al-Shaqsi play in establishing Imam Nasser's leadership?
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Which region was NOT mentioned as a part of Imam Nasser's internal unification efforts?
Which region was NOT mentioned as a part of Imam Nasser's internal unification efforts?
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What was the age of Imam Nasser when he received the Imamate?
What was the age of Imam Nasser when he received the Imamate?
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What significant event occurred between Belarab and Saif ibn Sultan?
What significant event occurred between Belarab and Saif ibn Sultan?
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How did Imam Belarab prefer to die in the face of conflict with his brother?
How did Imam Belarab prefer to die in the face of conflict with his brother?
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What was one of the major accomplishments of Imam Saif bin Sultan during his leadership?
What was one of the major accomplishments of Imam Saif bin Sultan during his leadership?
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How long did Imam Saif bin Sultan's reign last?
How long did Imam Saif bin Sultan's reign last?
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In his efforts against the Portuguese, how many men did Imam Saif bin Sultan send to Mombasa?
In his efforts against the Portuguese, how many men did Imam Saif bin Sultan send to Mombasa?
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What was the outcome of the siege of Mombasa Fort led by Imam Saif bin Sultan?
What was the outcome of the siege of Mombasa Fort led by Imam Saif bin Sultan?
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What infrastructure improvement did Imam Saif bin Sultan contribute to during his leadership?
What infrastructure improvement did Imam Saif bin Sultan contribute to during his leadership?
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Where is Imam Saif bin Sultan buried?
Where is Imam Saif bin Sultan buried?
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What was a significant criticism of Imam Sultan bin Saif II's leadership?
What was a significant criticism of Imam Sultan bin Saif II's leadership?
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What fort did Imam Sultan bin Saif II construct during his reign?
What fort did Imam Sultan bin Saif II construct during his reign?
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What was the reason for the conflict on power after the death of Sultan bin Saif II?
What was the reason for the conflict on power after the death of Sultan bin Saif II?
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Who was elected Imam after Sultan bin Saif II?
Who was elected Imam after Sultan bin Saif II?
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Which location was significant for the election of the new Imam?
Which location was significant for the election of the new Imam?
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What issue arose regarding the election of Saif bin Sultan?
What issue arose regarding the election of Saif bin Sultan?
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What led to the downfall of Muhanna bin Sultan after his election?
What led to the downfall of Muhanna bin Sultan after his election?
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What was the nature of the election of Muhanna bin Sultan?
What was the nature of the election of Muhanna bin Sultan?
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What was the fate of Muhanna bin Sultan after seeking protection from Yarub bin Bel'arab?
What was the fate of Muhanna bin Sultan after seeking protection from Yarub bin Bel'arab?
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Who did the people of Al-Rustaq choose as their leader after rejecting Yarub bin Bel'arab?
Who did the people of Al-Rustaq choose as their leader after rejecting Yarub bin Bel'arab?
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What led to the civil war among Omani tribes?
What led to the civil war among Omani tribes?
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How long did the civil war between the factions of Hinawi and Ghafiri last?
How long did the civil war between the factions of Hinawi and Ghafiri last?
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At what age did Saif bin Sultan II officially assume the Imamate from Yarub bin Bel'arab?
At what age did Saif bin Sultan II officially assume the Imamate from Yarub bin Bel'arab?
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Who were the two main leaders in the civil war among the Omani tribes?
Who were the two main leaders in the civil war among the Omani tribes?
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What action did Balarab bin Nasser take in response to Yarub bin Bel'arab's authority?
What action did Balarab bin Nasser take in response to Yarub bin Bel'arab's authority?
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What was the outcome of Yarub bin Bel'arab's rule over the Imamate?
What was the outcome of Yarub bin Bel'arab's rule over the Imamate?
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Study Notes
Yarubids Dynasty
- Ruled Oman from 1624 to 1742 AD
- Known for expelling Portuguese from coastal strongholds in Muscat
- Unified Oman
- Improved agriculture
- Expanded trade
- Developed Oman into a major maritime power
- Established settlements in East Africa (Zanzibar, Mombasa)
Status of Oman Before 1624 AD
- Oman experienced political disorder for five centuries
- Diverse tribes held authority, led by a Sheikh/king/prince
- Portuguese occupied coastal areas
Imam Nasser bin Murshid
- Founder of the Yarubids state
- Ruled from 1624 to 1649 AD (25 years)
- Chosen as a candidate and supported by Sheikh Khamis bin Said Al-Shaqsi
- Became Imam by agreement between scholars and Omani dignitaries
- Initially only 21 years old
- Faced internal conflict, uniting the country (Rustaq to Dahrah Governorate)
- Also faced external threats from Portuguese, culminating in a siege and the construction of a castle in Sohar.
- Passed away in 1649 AD
External Invaders
- Imam Nasser faced Portuguese, starting in Sohar
- Attacked coastal fortresses
- Constructed a castle against Portuguese castle in 1643 AD
- Subdued Portuguese but did not complete this task before his death (1649 AD)
Imam Sultan bin Saif-I
- Ruled from 1649 to 1679 AD (30 years)
- Military leader under Imam Nasser bin Murshid
- Known for wisdom and bravery
- Liberated Muscat and Matrah from Portuguese in January 1650 AD
- Drove Portuguese out of East Africa and liberated Kilwa, Bata, Zanzibar and Mombasa
- Officially integrated those areas into Oman
- Built Nizwa Fort Al-shahba
Imam Belarab bin Sultan
- Ruled from 1679 to 1692 AD (13 years)
- Became governor of Muscat after his father
- Elected governor of Al Rustaq by consensus
- Moved from Nizwa to Jibren and built a castle there
- Interested in development and education
- Established libraries and schools
- Made his castle a school with ~50 graduates
Conflict on Power (Yarubids State)
- Conflict over leadership after Sultan bin Saif II's death
- Eldest son was too young (12 years old)
- Another candidate (Muhanna bin Sultan) was elected facing opposition (Yarub bin Belarab)
- This caused a civil war of 20 years.
- Leader Yarub bin Belarab was defeated, and Sultan ibn Saif became Imam
External Assistance (Nader Shah)
- Following the death of Muhammad bin Nasser Al Ghafri in battle, Saif ibn Sultan II was elected Imam again, but opposition led to Persia's Nader Shah attacking Oman and controlling it from Jilfar to Sohar in 1743 AD.
- Sultan bin Murshid was killed and the Yarubid state fell into weakness and disorder
External Assistance (Merza Khan)
- Saif bin Sultan II again appealed for assistance from Merza Muhameed Taqee Khan, who took the opportunity to occupy Oman, and could control it from Jilfar to Sohar in 1743 AD.
- Sultan bin Murshid was killed in a battle in Sohar and the Yarubids State ended weakly and in disorder.
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Explore the significant impact of the Yarubids Dynasty on Oman from 1624 to 1742 AD, highlighting its key figures like Imam Nasser bin Murshid. Understand the unification of Oman, the expulsion of the Portuguese, and the advancements in agriculture and trade. This quiz delves into the political landscape before the Yarubids and the establishment of maritime power.