Safavid Empire Part 1 PDF

What is cultural blending? Throughout history, different peoples have lived together. Their cultures have influenced one another. Often these people have blended one culture with another. The Safavid Empire, a Shi’ite Muslim dynasty that ruled in Pe...

What is cultural blending? Throughout history, different peoples have lived together. Their cultures have influenced one another. Often these people have blended one culture with another. The Safavid Empire, a Shi’ite Muslim dynasty that ruled in Persia between the 16th and 18th centuries, provides a striking example of how interaction among peoples can produce a blending of cultures. G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 1 of 14  Safavid Empire The Safavid Empire, a Shi’ite Muslim dynasty that ruled in Persia between the 16th and 18th centuries, provides a striking example of how interaction among peoples can produce a blending of cultures intro after This culturally diverse empire drew from the traditions of Persians, Ottomans, and Arabs G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 2 of 14  Cultural Blending Continental crossroads, trade routes, ports, and the borders of countries are places where cultural blending commonly begins intro Each time a culture interacts with another, it is exposed to ideas, technologies, foods, and ways of life not exactly like its own after Societies that are able to benefit from cultural blending are those that are open to new ways and are willing to adapt and change. Cultural blending has several basic causes. G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 3 of 14  What are the four causes of cultural blending? G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 4 of 14  Causes of Cultural Blending migration pursuit of religious freedom or conversion trade conquest intro after Lets look at what happened in the ottoman empire. pursuit of religious freedom or conversion - Surrounded by the peoples of Christian Byzantium, the Turks were motivated to win both territory for their empire and converts to their Muslim religion. trade - The Ottoman Empire’s location on a major trading route created many opportunities for contact with different cultures Suleyman’s interest in learning and culture prompted him to bring the best foreign artists and scholars to his court. They brought new ideas about art, literature, and learning to the empire G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 5 of 14  What are the results of cultural blending? G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 6 of 14  Results of Cultural Blending Language Religion and Ethical Systems Styles of Government Racial or Ethnic Blending Arts and Architecture intro after Language In the Safavid Empire, the language spoken was Persian. But after the area converted to Islam, a significant number of Arabic words appeared in the Persian language. Religion and ethical systems Styles of government The concept of a democratic government spread to many areas of the globe. Although the basic principles are similar, it is not practiced exactly the same way in each country. Racial or ethnic blending One example is the mestizo, people of mixed European and Indian ancestry who live in Mexico. Arts and architecture Cultural styles may be incorporated or adapted into art or architecture. For example, Chinese artistic elements are found in Safavid Empire tiles and carpets as well as in European paintings. G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 7 of 14  What are the reasons for interaction in the Americas? What are some aspects of cultural diversity? What are the reasons for interaction in the Americas? What are some aspects of cultural diversity? G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 8 of 14  The Safavid Empire Originally, the Safavids were members of an Islamic religious brotherhood named after their founder, Safi al-Din. In the 15th century, the Safavids aligned themselves with the Shi’a branch of Islam. intro Conquest and ongoing cultural interaction fueled the development of the Safavid Empire. after G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 9 of 14 The Safavids were also squeezed geographically between the Ottomans and Uzbek tribespeople and the Mughal Empire To protect themselves from these potential enemies, the Safavids concentrated on building a powerful army G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 10 of 14  Isma’il Conquers Persia The Safavid military became a force to reckon with. In 1499, a 12-year-old named Isma’il (ihs MAH eel) began to seize most of what is now Iran intro after Two years later he completed the task. G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 11 of 14  Isma’il Conquers Persia To celebrate his achievement, he took the ancient Persian title of shah, or king. He also established Shi’a Islam as the state religion. intro after Isma’il became a religious tyrant. Any citizen who did not convert to Shi’ism was put to death. Isma’ildestroyed the Sunni population of Baghdad in his confrontation with the Ottomans. G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 12 of 14  Battle of Chaldiran Their final face-off took place at the Battle of Chaldiran in 1514. Using artillery, the Ottomans pounded the Safavids into defeat intro Their leader, Selim the Grim, later ordered the execution of all Shi’a in the Ottoman Empire. As many as 40,000 died. after Another outcome of the battle was to set the border between the two empires. It remains the border today between Iran and Iraq G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 13 of 14  Isma’il’s son Tahmasp He expanded the Safavid Empire up to the Caucasus Mountains, northeast of Turkey, and brought Christians under Safavid rule intro Isma’il’s son Tahmasp learned from the Safavids’ defeat at Chaldiran. He adopted the use of artillery with his military forces after Tahmasp laid the groundwork for the golden age of the Safavids G9 U4 L3 S2 Safavid Empire Page 14 of 14