چكيده لاتين
In the Safavid era, particularly under the rule of Shah Abbas I, Iran reached the pinnacle of its greatness and power. During this period, structural changes were implemented across various government sectors. The literature of this era, which is known as the Indian style, remains controversial, with diverse opinions having been put forth. While some argue that the literature of this period has declined in quality and strength, others posit that it serves as an introduction and a model for the outstanding works of the subsequent era. Notably, significant achievements, particularly in the field of historiography, characterize this period. During this period, one of the notable historiographical works is a poem titled The Futūhāt-i Gītīsitān. Authored by Seyyed Ahmad Hosseini Khalifa in Masnavi format, this book serves as a biography of Shah Abbas I. Its significance lies in the valuable information it provides across various fields, including the history of Shah Abbas I, cultural studies related to the people, and an exploration of the political and social issues of that era.
In light of the prevailing emphasis on war narratives, royal conquests, and acts of valor within Safavid historiography, the Futūhāt-i Gītīsitān align seamlessly with this thematic framework. Notably, a considerable portion of this historical account is dedicated to detailing Shah Abbas's military campaigns and triumphant exploits. Consequently, a thorough examination of this work becomes pivotal for gaining a comprehensive insight into the intricacies of the Safavid military structure.
A notable portion of this poetic composition is devoted to depicting Isfahan, encompassing its architecture and captivating attributes. The relocation of the capital from Qazvin to Isfahan under the reign of Shah Abbas I garnered widespread attention. Isfahan emerged as a regal capital during this era, prompting its detailed definition and portrayal in written works of the Safavid period. Various literary forms, including travelogues, historiographies, poems, and hahrashubs, contribute to the comprehensive description of this city.
The Futūhāt-i Gītīsitān abound with an array of military and architectural terminology. An investigation into this book reveals a wealth of insights into the military and architectural concepts and terms prevalent in the Safavid era. This thesis meticulously identifies and scrutinizes a total of 180 military and architectural words and terms through an in-depth analysis of the book's text. Subsequently, each term undergoes a comprehensive analysis in dictionaries, cultural sources, and other contemporaneous literature, yielding fresh information and uncovering novel evidence for several terms. This process not only expands our understanding of these terms but also contributes new and diverse perspectives to their existing definitions. The research method in this thesis was data criticism and analysis with library tools.
