The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire · Character
Nur ad-Din Mahmud
Also known as Noureddin, Nur ad-Din, Nur al-Din
- Minor
- First seen · Book 1 · Ch. 265
There's something compelling about this ruler's presence, marked by both the authority of temporal power and the depth of religious conviction. His bearing suggests someone who has brought together scattered forces under a unified vision.
- Gender
- male
- Age
- Adult
- First appears
- Book 1 · Ch. 265
- Books
- 1
Nur ad-Din Mahmud gradually united the Mahometan powers of Syria, adding the kingdom of Damascus to his rule over Aleppo and extending his reign from the Tigris to the Nile. He revived the zeal and simplicity of the first caliphs, establishing a chamber of justice that became both a terror to the great and a refuge for the poor throughout his domains.
Description
Nur ad-Din Mahmud carries himself with the dignified bearing of a Muslim sultan, his appearance reflecting both his royal authority and his reputation for pious devotion. His dress suggests the traditional elements of Islamic royalty, marked by the presence of one who has brought together diverse territories under his rule from the Tigris to the Nile.
Story so far
BOOK 1The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire / Table of Contents with links in the HTML file to the two Project Gutenberg editions (12 volumes)
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