Saladin

=Saladin=

o Current City: Cairo, Egypt o Hometown: Damascus, Syria o Sex: Male o Birthday: 1137 o Political Views: Liberal o Religious Views: Sunni o Bio: I was born into a prominent Kurdish family. Throughout my life I found it easier to be more occupied with my religious studies than to have my official military training. Of course my father did not approve, so he sent me to train with my uncle Asad ad-Din Shirkuh who was an important commander under the ruler of Damascus, Syria at the time. Over time my importance with the military grew, and my fondness for this field did as well. My uncle Shirkuh found himself in a power struggle against leaders of the kingdom of Jerusalem; I was accused of assassinating one of them. After my mentor and uncle died I was the next to be chosen to become the vizier of Egypt. Many of my advisors respected my work authority and told the caliph at the time that there is no one weaker or stronger than I. One of the most memorable days of my life, March 26, was the day that I was inaugurated as vizier. My first couple of years as vizier did not go as expected I had multiple assassination attempts, which brought some conspiracies and controversies into my kingdom. After this slight roadblock with my kingdom I preceded in multiple military expeditions. Around Januray 2, 1169 I approached the walls of Cairo after our win against the country I became thevizier to the last Fatimid caliph who died in 1171. I was known to the people as “the prince defender”. Only a few years later I became the sultan of Egypt. One of the first things I accomplished in Egypt was building my city’s defenses, our fortresses would be invulnerable to any kind of military attack. In 1176 and 1177 I began to build our most famous monument, the Citadel. During this time period I was known also as the chivalrous knight. Although I contributed a lot to my kingdom of Egypt, I still upheld many of my Sunni beliefs and never lost sight of what was the right thing to do. o Favorite Quotations: //"Children are brought up in the way their elders are brought up".// **// " Have no fear. It is not the custom of kings to kill kings" //**
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o Mother: Ismat al-Din o Father: Najm ad-Din Ayyub o Daughters: none o Sons: al-Afdal, Uthman o Brothers: Adil o Sisters: none o Activities: Sultan to my kingdom, build new monuments, protect Egypt o Interests: Leading my kingdom, horse back riding, practicing my sunni religion o Music: Traditional muslim music o Books: Muhammad the Prophet of Islam by K.S Ramakrishna Rao o Movies: Shahada (The Faith) o Television: The Tudors o High School: Saladin did not attend high school but if he did he would be apart of a religious school for sunni islams o College/University:Saladin did not attend college but if he did he would be apart of Banha University o Employer: Uncle Asad ad-Din Shirkuh
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Early Life (5 pictures) **
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Later Years: Citadel Saladin's islam temple
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****__Groups:__** __Islamic Circle__: Saladin spent most of his life advocating for the rights of islams. During the crusades he fought tooth and nail so they could retain their lands. Many of his beliefs as a sultan of Egypt was backed up on the idea of his sunni Islam tradition. Without his religion to carry him through his day, he would not have been a successful leader. __NWRiders:__ All throughout his military life Saladin was carried on horse. After all of those long days and nights with an animal, he must have had a connection with them. I would imagine, helping save their lives would be important to Saladin for they contributed to his success. Saladin was a relatively opinionated man, so he would stand up for horse rights. __Our Big Network Family:__ Having about 12 children, Saladin appreciates the fact of having a large family. Since most were sons they were there for him if he needed a successor, or a right hand man in the army. Having a solid family structure is important for all families. Having grown up with many siblings, but most of them dying must have put Saladin in tough situations. With this group you can connect with others of your similarities of having big families. __Leaders Workshop:__ Being one of the most appreciated and well known rulers of Egypt at his time, Saladin was a natural born leader. However, everyone wants to approve their skills at some point in their lives. With this group, possessing and perfecting the idea of leadership is important in everyday life. Without his leadership he would not have been able to smoothly be the sultan of Egypt, and have his people respect him. __Egypt Treasures:__ Since Saladin was the sultan of Egypt he must have appreciated the fine treasures the country possesses. With the citadel he made after the crusades and the marvelous statues made in his honor, it would be hard to imagine he didnt respect the treasures of Egypt. Many of his people contributed to egypt so he would want them to treasure at their fortunes. Overall, Saladin helped enrich the country which would make him proud of all the work he put into it. __Syrian Pride Club:__ Having been born in Damascus Syria, Saladin would have a natural loyalty to his country. Even after most people leave their homes they still visit and appreciate their heritage. Since his family still remained in the country it would be assumed he would see them if only for a brief amount of time. Saladin was even buried in his home country, which proves his pride for his home country. __Saladin:__ This group focuses on all the achievements Saladin accomplished during his time in Egypt. Naturally Saladin himself would appreciate the honor other people put on him. He dedicated most of his life to help and protect Egypt. No body would be as proud for himself as he was. __Hum-our-Tum:__ This group is dedicated specifically to helping others in ways in which they can not help themselves. Saladin spent all of his time trying to improve the lives for his people. I believe he would do anything in his power to try and help people all over the world. He would support this group 100% because he believed in doing good for the world. __Chrono Crusade:__ This group focuses on the crusades that took place in the middle east. Saladin knew first hand what this experience was like since he would in the 3rd one. I believe he would support his decision to fight against the chrisitans to support the muslims in their fight for their homelands. Although they caused the loss of many people, Saladin believed what he was doing was right, and justified. __Family First:__ Saladin owed much of his military success to his uncle. If his uncle had not mentored him, he would never have gotten to the position of sultan. This shows how he stuck with his family even though he could have gone off and pursued a different career in life. Without his family, he would not have been the great sultan he is remembered for today.

1. Which era are you from? Results: 
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70's
You are very hip, and you love peace signs and are carefree!!

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Response: One of the questions which was asked was how do you prefer your hair? Saladin had very long hair with a long beard. Another question which related to him was what is your favorite color? During his time period it would have black and white, for fancy colors would not have been invited yet. Overall, the result doesnt necessarily match Saladins personality, but some of the questions involved did.======

Violet Sensation
=== You don't care what other people think, say or do. You're just an independent person who love living life at it's fullest extreme. You would be a good politician as you are very good at debating. ROCK ON!!! Response: This result can very much relate to Saladin. In order to be a good leader, one must learn to be independent, otherwise they can not make wise decisions on their own. Also in the results it said he would be a good politician, which fits exactly with him since he was a sultan which requires one to understand and appreciate politics. Although the questions didnt necessarily fight with his character the results were a great match. 3. What color represents you? Results: ===

Your reclusive and may not have a ton of friends, but the ones you do have are always there for you. You may not be into big crowds, but that doesn't mean you want to always be alone.
Response: During the 1100's it was common to not have alot of color in ones wardrobe. Therefore, it is expectant that Saladin would get the result of "black" which represents him. Not many leaders have alot of friends, but they do have advisors who help them through their day to day choices. Therefore, these results arent so far from the truth of how Saladin may or may not have acted with his fellow citizens.

4. Which of the 5 senses are you? Results:

Smell
Well, aren't you the nosy one? You are very curious, but skeptical when it comes to trying new things. You have trouble getting involved because you tend to judge from the outside. Try to open your mind

Response: Being a political leader it is imperative to look into everything you do. You always have to bee positive what your doing is the correct thing. Saladin knew that when it comes to ruling a kingdom you cant leave it to your gut, you have to put time and effort, and look at everything from a different perspective. Although i would have guessed Saladin would be more of a sight person, it makes sense he is smell because he is very curious and nosy about everything he does.

5. What Hogwarts house are you? Results:

Ravenclaw
Your intelligence and wisdom suit you so well and you meet so many with your love for learning and passion for perfection.

Response: One of the questions in the quiz, was do you look for in a person, and an answer was loyalty and respect. Saladin would cherish nothing more for his people to respect and and continue to remain loyal to his cause. His result makes sense because Ravenclaw is the house for the smart students. Saladin had to have been smart for he ran a kingdom, and was in many battles, both of which need good guidance and smart tactics.