Seljuk Empire

Definition

The Seljuk Empire was a medieval Turko-Persian Sunni Muslim empire that existed from 1037 to 1194 CE. It played a key role in the revival of Islam and Persian culture during the Middle Ages.

Related terms

Battle of Manzikert: A significant battle where the Seljuks defeated Byzantine forces, marking a turning point in history by weakening Byzantine power significantly.

Sultanate of Rum: A successor state to the Great Seljuk Empire, located in Anatolia (modern-day Turkey).

Nizam al-Mulk: A powerful vizier under two Seljuk Sultans; he is known for his major contributions to administrative organization within the empire and his support for education and Islamic scholars.