Sharaf Khan Bidlisi facts for kids

Sharaf Khan Bidlisi (born 1543, died 1603) was an important Kurdish prince and historian. He is best known for writing a famous book about Kurdish history called Sharafnama in 1597.

Who Was Sharaf Khan Bidlisi?

Sharaf Khan Bidlisi was born on February 25, 1543. He lived during a time when the world was very different. He was a member of the Bitlisi dynasty, a family that ruled the Emirate of Bitlis. This was a region where Kurdish people lived.

A Life of Leadership

Sharaf Khan held important titles like Emir, Mir, and Khan. These titles mean he was a ruler or a leader in his area. He was in charge of the Emirate of Bitlis. This shows he was a powerful figure in his community. His father was Shamsaddin Batlisi. Sharaf Khan followed in his family's footsteps as a leader.

The Sharafnama Book

One of Sharaf Khan Bidlisi's biggest achievements was writing the book Sharafnama. This book is a very important record of Kurdish history. He finished writing it in 1597. The Sharafnama tells stories about different Kurdish rulers and their families. It also describes the history of the Kurdish lands. Because of this book, Sharaf Khan is remembered as a great historian. He helped preserve the history of his people.

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  Sharaf Khan Bidlisi statue at Slemani Public Park in Silêmanî, Iraqi Kurdistan