Dawlat Khatun facts for kids

Dawlat Khatun was an important woman who ruled a region called Little Lorestan in Persia (which is now Iran) way back in 1316. She was part of a ruling family known as the Khorshidi dynasty.

Who Was Dawlat Khatun?

Dawlat Khatun was a ruler, which means she was in charge of a land and its people. She was the twelfth person from the Khorshidi dynasty to rule Little Lorestan. This was a powerful family that governed this area for a long time. Her rule happened during the 14th century, a very different time from today.

Becoming a Ruler

Dawlat Khatun was married to another ruler named Izz al-Din Muhammad bin Izz al-Din. When her husband passed away in 1316, she stepped up to take his place. This meant she became the new leader of Little Lorestan. It was not common for women to rule during this time, so her position was quite special.

Her Time as Ruler

Being a ruler meant Dawlat Khatun had many important jobs. She had to manage the land, make decisions for the people, and ensure everything ran smoothly. However, historical records say that she found it difficult to manage these tasks. She was not very successful in handling the big responsibilities of leading a state. Because of these challenges, she decided to step down from her role. This is called "abdicating." She gave up her power to her husband's brother, 'Izz al-Din Hasan, who then became the new ruler.