Karim Khan Zand|کریم خان زند

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First published: March.22.2018

Karim Khan Zand was the founder of the Zand Dynasty and the Shah of Iran in 1751-1779.

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He was from Shiraz and made Shiraz the Capital of Iran during those years. He was one of the kindest and most righteous kings of Iran.

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Zand ordered the construction of several architectural projects which are now museums and tourist attractions.

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There are many stories about him and I will share one of them with you:

 

Every day at a certain time, Karim Khan’s palace was open to the public to come to visit the king and talk about their needs.

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Of course, there were many who tried to abuse his generosity and make some money out of it, but Karim Khan was smart.

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One of the days, a middle-aged man came to visit him and as soon as he saw the king, he started crying so loudly that no one could calm him. After a little while he began to tell his story;

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“I was born blind and for all these years I was suffering to make a living and take care of my old mother. One day, people told me to ‘go to Karim Khan’s father’s Tomb and ask for a miracle.’ I went to your father’s grave and cried and begged him to cure my eyes.

That night when I went to sleep, I had a dream that a holy presence walked towards me and introduced himself as Karim Khan’s father. He touched my eyes and left. When I woke up, I realized that I can see. Your father cured my eyes and I am here to thank you and ask for some money as you are a generous family.”

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Karim Khan got very angry and asked his guards to take both eyes of this impostor off, just to scare him.

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Karim Khan said: “My father was a bandit, a gangster, and a very debauched man. How could such a person bring upon a miracle and have a holy soul? I asked my guards to take your eyes out so you would never lie that you were blind since birth, just to beg for money. But I will forgive you this time and spare your vision. How could we build a great country if it is being based on lies, flattery, and rapacity.”

 

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91 comments ›

  1. Crissy
    March 22, 2018 • 9:02 am

    I really enjoy your stories. Thank you ! You are one special lady with a beautiful smile .

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  2. kethuprofumo
    March 22, 2018 • 10:05 am

    Great, dear Laleh! The true King! By the way, could you post something about your music? What is the classical music for you? What is popular? Thanks!

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  4. Ellen
    March 22, 2018 • 1:11 pm

    Karim Khan Zand was a wise ruler! Thank-you for this delightful post, that is educational as well as enjoyable.

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  5. hassanmosleh
    March 22, 2018 • 1:38 pm

    Flattery and rapacity indeed. What a king and beautiful story I like that you sometimes write a story about Iran’s history good job

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  6. Sunith
    March 22, 2018 • 5:05 pm

    Thanks for sharing this story.

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  7. Jonathan Caswell
    March 24, 2018 • 9:42 pm

    Reblogged this on By the Mighty Mumford and commented:
    HISTORY STORIES ABOUT PRIOR TO THE SHAH

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  8. mainepaperpusher
    March 27, 2018 • 7:03 pm

    Gorgeous pics and a very nice history lesson.

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  9. isaiah46ministries
    March 28, 2018 • 1:11 am

    Very good story. I wanted to thank you for following our blog. Douglas and I are so appreciative.

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  10. Tracy Jane
    March 28, 2018 • 6:33 am

    This is one great story.. I loved it.. 🎆😊

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  12. Marion Njeri
    April 7, 2018 • 3:27 am

    The ruler reminds me of the Biblical Solomon; so wise.

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    • Laleh Chini
      April 7, 2018 • 1:09 pm

      I wish there were wise and righteous leaders everywhere ruling in the world😍

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      • kuudere1
        June 30, 2020 • 4:17 am

        Same. We wouldn’t be where we are as a civilization, otherwise. Even racism wouldn’t be such a huge issue right now. We need great leaders. But right now, very few influential and wealthy people are in that category! It’s the way of the world I guess. And I’m not liking it one bit.

        Also, a bit on tandem, I really like how your stories are structured like fables. They just give so much advice and are entertaining. Thanks for these.

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      • Laleh Chini
        June 30, 2020 • 8:15 am

        Thank you for sharing your thoughts and kind words dear. That’s so unfortunate that we don’t read many true fairness in the history of earth. I don’t like it as well. ❤️🌺

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  13. Jerry Peri
    April 13, 2018 • 9:11 pm

    Nice story!

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  14. natuurfreak
    April 15, 2018 • 9:14 pm

    Fine information and magnificent photo’s

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  15. Harbans
    June 30, 2018 • 3:27 am

    Thanks sharing a wonderful sharing indeed ma’am..

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  17. www.tourismobserver.com
    July 23, 2018 • 2:32 am

    Reblogged this on Tourism Observer.

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  18. www.tourismobserver.com
    July 23, 2018 • 2:33 am

    Great wisdom

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  19. Anna Waldherr
    September 1, 2018 • 10:14 pm

    Karim Khan sounds very like the biblical Solomon. Unfortunately, there are too few men — and even fewer leaders — w/ such wisdom.

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  21. utahan15
    June 29, 2020 • 10:14 am

    shah
    roque
    sans
    the turban
    and the toque~

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  22. Ultra
    June 29, 2020 • 11:37 am

    As usual, you have a moral story and instruction. If everyone were an honest person, life would be simpler and much easier.
    best regards

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  25. Binte Bashir
    June 29, 2020 • 2:05 pm

    As always a very nice, short and sweet story will a wonderful moral.

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  26. macalder02
    June 29, 2020 • 3:26 pm

    Today, power and money cloud wise decisions. An excellent story to awaken the senses. Good for you.

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  27. Binte Bashir
    June 29, 2020 • 8:17 pm

    A wonderful post as always this time with a true tale from the Islamic History. Thanks for sharing.

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  28. crispina kemp
    June 30, 2020 • 12:26 am

    A good man… and beautiful photos

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  29. kuudere1
    June 30, 2020 • 4:14 am

    Deep shit. Also, beautiful architecture in this post. Ah. The stained glass is so beautiful 😍

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  30. MaLu
    June 30, 2020 • 5:52 am

    Fantastic 💗 Thank you dear Laleh Chini for sharing 💗

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  31. ปั้มไลค์
    July 28, 2020 • 11:27 pm

    Like!! Great article post.Really thank you! Really Cool.

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