Az-Zahir
Abbasid Caliph in Baghdad (r. 1225–1226)
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Summary
Az-Zahir was born on January 1, 1176[1], in Baghdad[2]. He died on July 10, 1226[3], in Baghdad[4]. He worked as a politician[5], governor[6], and caliph[7]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (382 views/month, #7,253 of 1,000,298).[8]
Key Facts
- Date of birth: 1175[9]
- Date of death: 1226[10]
- Place of burial: دار الخلافة العباسية[11]
- Father: Al-Nasir[12]
- Child: Al-Mustansir[13], Al-Mustansir II of Cairo[14]
- Country of citizenship: Abbasid Caliphate[15]
- Ethnic group: Arabs[16]
- Position held: Abbasid caliph[17]
- Religion or worldview: Islam[18]
- Sex or gender: male[19]
- Family: Abbasids[20]
- Given name: Muhammad[21]
- Described by source: al-Aʻlām (Dār al-ʻIlm, 2002)[22]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Arabic[23]
- Name in native language: محمد الظاهر بأمر الله[24], محمد بن أحمد[25]
- On focus list of Wikimedia project: Wikiproject:Islamic Courts & Canons[26]
Why It Matters
Az-Zahir has Wikipedia articles in 18 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[27] He is known by 30 alternative names across languages and contexts.[28]
FAQs
Where was Az-Zahir born?
Az-Zahir was born in Baghdad[2].
Where did Az-Zahir die?
Az-Zahir passed away in Baghdad[4].
Who were Az-Zahir's parents?
Az-Zahir's father was Al-Nasir[12].
What did Az-Zahir do for work?
Az-Zahir worked as a politician[5], governor[6], and caliph[7].