Document Type : Scientific-Research
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1 Associate Professor at the Department of The History, Payame Noor University (PNU), Tehran, Iran
2 Student of History department, Payame noor University, Tehran, Iran
3 Assistant Professor at the Department of The History, Payame Noor University (PNU), Tehran, Iran
Abstract
This article examines the conflicting narratives regarding the conquest of Isfahan by Mardavij Ziyari and Ali Buyah in the early 4th century AH. The central question of this research is: What historical insights can be gained from comparing the well-known narrative of Ali Buyah's independent conquest of Isfahan with two other narratives preserved in early and later historical texts? The prominent narrative suggests that Ali Buyah, after breaking away from Mardavij and fleeing from Karaj Abi Dulaf, conquered Isfahan and then quickly left to pursue further territorial expansions. However, an analysis of historical sources reveals at least two other narratives: one attributing the conquest of Isfahan to Mardavij's forces under Ali Buyah's leadership, and another that entirely omits the connection between Mardavij and Ali Buyah, portraying Ali as an independent conqueror of Isfahan. Using a descriptive-analytical approach, this study investigates these discrepancies. The findings indicate that the prominent narrative of Ali Buyah's conquest of Isfahan while rebelling against Mardavij is not necessarily the definitive or sole account. Other narratives, particularly the one depicting Ali Buyah in service to Mardavij, deserve special attention. This diversity in narratives may stem from the Buyids' efforts to reshape their history and diminish Mardavij's role in their rise to power. The study emphasizes the necessity of revisiting historical narratives and considering the diversity of sources in analyzing historical event.
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