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|caption="We are the Shia of Ali Ibn Abi Talib"
|caption="We are the Shia of Ali Ibn Abi Talib"
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Shi'ah Theocracy<br>
[[File:Shia.png]] Shi'ah Theocracy<br>
Shi'ite Theocracy<br>
[[File:Shia.png]] Shi'ite Theocracy<br>
Shia Islamism<br>
[[File:Shia.png]] Shia Islamism<br>
[[File:Anti-Shia.png]]/{{Alias|Sunni.png|Islamic Theocracy|False Islam}}<br>
[[File:Anti-Shia.png]]/{{Alias|Sunni.png|Islamic Theocracy|False Islam}}<br>
[[File:Anti-Shia.png]]/{{Alias|Sunni.png|Islamic Theocracy|[[File:Shittheocracy.png]] Poop Theocracy}}<br>
[[File:Anti-Shia.png]]/{{Alias|Sunni.png|Islamic Theocracy|[[File:Shittheocracy.png]] Poop Theocracy}}<br>
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[[File:Khomenewicon.png]] [[Khomeinism]] [[File:Khom.png]]
[[File:Khomenewicon.png]] [[Khomeinism]] [[File:Khom.png]]
|theorists=
|theorists=
[[File:PanAsian.png]] '''Asia''' {{Collapse|
*[[File:PanAsian.png]] '''Asia''' {{Collapse|
*[[File:Abmon.png]] [[Absolute Monarchism|Shah Ismail]] [[File:Cball-Azerbaijan.png]] Azerbaijan (1487-1524)
**[[File:Abmon.png]] [[Absolute Monarchism|Shah Ismail]] [[File:Cball-Azerbaijan.png]]Aq Qoyunlu/[[File:Cball-Persia.png]]The Expansive Realm of Iran(1487-1524)
*[[File:Khom.png]] [[Khomeinism|Hassan Nasrallah]] [[File:Cball-Lebanon.png]] Lebanon (1960-)
**[[File:Khom.png]] [[Khomeinism|Hassan Nasrallah]] [[File:Cball-Lebanon.png]] Lebanon (1960-)
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*[[File:Shia.png]] '''Hassan Modarres''' {{Collapse|
*[[File:Shia.png]] '''Hassan Modarres''' {{Collapse|
**[[File:Conservative.png]] [[Conservatism]]
**[[File:Conservative.png]] [[Conservatism]]
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**[[File:ShiaNat.png]] [[Religious Nationalism#Islamic Nationalism|Shia Nationalism]]
**[[File:ShiaNat.png]] [[Religious Nationalism#Islamic Nationalism|Shia Nationalism]]
**[[File:Tribal.png]] [[Tribalism]]
**[[File:Tribal.png]] [[Tribalism]]
}}
*[[File:Nizari_state(1090-1162).png]] Order of Assassins [[File:Nizari_state(1162-1256).png]] {{Collapse|
**[[File:Cultism.png]] [[Cultism]]<br>
**[[File:Klep.png]] [[Kleptocracy]] <br>
**[[File:Mach.png]] [[Machiavellianism]] <br>
**[[File:ShiaJihad.png]] [[Jihadism|Shia Jihadism]] <br>
**[[File:Tellur.png]] {{PCBA|Tellurocracy}} <br>
}}
}}
|examples=
|examples=
*[[File:Nizari_state(1090-1162).png]] [[Absolute Monarchism|Nizari Ismaili state]] [[File:Nizari_state(1162-1256).png]] (1090–1273)
*[[File:Cball-Persia.png]] [[Absolute Monarchism|Safavid Iran]] (1501-1736)
*[[File:Cball-Persia.png]] [[Absolute Monarchism|Qajar Iran]] (1789-1925)
*[[File:Cball-Iran.png]] [[Khomeinism|Islamic Republic of Iran]] (1979-)
*[[File:Cball-Iran.png]] [[Khomeinism|Islamic Republic of Iran]] (1979-)
|song=
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[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxdYhFAl69c Ali Ali Ali Ali, Haidar Haidar Haidar] <br>
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OxdYhFAl69c Ali Ali Ali Ali, Haidar Haidar Haidar] <br>
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4vMernUMYA Ya Zainab Ya Zainab]
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P4vMernUMYA Ya Zainab Ya Zainab] <br>
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hu877fewFK4 Farya Faraji - The Safavids] <br>
|likes=
|likes=
[[File:Muhammad.png]] [[Islamic Theocracy|Ali ibn Abi Talib]]<br>
[[File:Muhammad.png]] [[Islamic Theocracy|Ali ibn Abi Talib]]<br>
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[[File:Khomenewicon.png]] [[Khomeinism]]
[[File:Khomenewicon.png]] [[Khomeinism]]
|dislikes=
|dislikes=
Anti-Shia Muslims<br>
[[File:Anti-Shia.png]] Anti-Shia Muslims<br>
Sunnis
[[File:Sunni.png]] Sunnis
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===Mahdism===
===Mahdism===
In Islam, Mahdism refers to the belief in the Mahdi, an eschatologic figure considered to be the guided one or the awaited savior. According to Shia tradition, the Mahdi is the twelfth Imam [[File:Muhammad.png]] Muhammad al-Mahdi, who disappeared in the 9th century but will reappear before the Day of Judgment to rid the world of tyranny and oppression and establish a reign of justice and equity. Mahdism in Shia eschatology differs from Sunni eschatology on the belief that the Mahdi has already been born and is said to be in occultation (ghayba), while Sunnis believe that he hasn't been born yet.
WIP


==History==
==History==
===[[File:Cball-Iran.png]] In Iran===
===[[File:Cball-Iran.png]] In Iran===
====[[File:Nizari_state(1090-1162).png]] Order of Assassins [[File:Nizari_state(1162-1256).png]]====
'''The Order of Assassins''', also called '''The Assassins''' or Hashashins (which the English word "assassin" derives from) is an Islamic ideology that practiced Nizari Ismailism, a sect of Shia Islam, and is most famous for their practice in the art of assassination. Many thought of them as a mysterious group which contributed to ideas of Islamic mysticism and is also responsible for influencing the Assassin's Creed video game franchise.

During their rein, they conquered many strategic strongholds around Persia and orchestrated over 200 high profile assassinations.

Their main headquarters was the Alamut Castle. The levantine branch of the Order of Assassins had it's headquarters in the Masyaf Castle.

===[[File:Cball-Syria.png]] In Syria===


===[[File:Cball-Iraq.png]] In Iraq===
===[[File:Cball-Iraq.png]] In Iraq===
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==Variants==
==Variants==
===[[File:Shia.png]] Twelver Shi'ism===
===[[File:Shia.png]] Twelver Shi'ism===
Twelver Shi'ism is the largest and most influential Shia sect. The name "Twelver" comes from their belief in the Twelve Imams, who are considered spiritual and political successors to the Prophet Muhammad.
'''Twelver Shi'ism''' is the largest and most influential Shia sect. The name "Twelver" comes from their belief in the Twelve Imams, who are considered spiritual and political successors to the Prophet Muhammad.

===[[File:Nizari_state(1090-1162).png]] Isma'ilism===
'''Isma'ilism''' is the second largest Shia sect. It originated from Iman Isma'il al-Mubarak, whose Ismailists consider the real successor to Ja'far al-Sadiq. Twelver Shias, on the other hand, accept Musa al-Kadhim, the younger brother of Isma'il, as his true successor.


===[[File:Alevist.png]] Alevism===
===[[File:Alevist.png]] Alevism===
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===[[File:Alawite.png]] Alawites===
===[[File:Alawite.png]] Alawites===
'''Alawite Theocracy''' is a theocracy based off the ''Alawites'', a sect of [[File:Shia.png]] Shia Islam found in (usually) [[File:Cball-Syria.png]] Syria. Alawite doctrine incorporates Islamic, Gnostic, neo-Platonic, Christian (for example, they celebrate Mass including the consecration of bread and wine) and other elements and has, therefore, been described as syncretic. Alawites hold that they were originally stars or divine lights that were cast out of heaven through disobedience and must undergo repeated reincarnation (or metempsychosis) before returning to heaven. They can be reincarnated as Christians or others through sin and as animals if they become infidels. In addition, according to the Israeli Begin–Sadat Center for Strategic Studies they believe that God might have incarnated twice; the first incarnation was Joshua who conquered Canaan, and the second was the fourth Caliph, Ali.
'''Alawite Theocracy''' is a theocracy based off the ''Alawites'', a sect of [[File:Shia.png]] Shia Islam found in (usually) [[File:Cball-Syria.png]] Syria. Alawite doctrine incorporates Islamic, Gnostic, neo-Platonic, Christian (for example, they celebrate Mass including the consecration of bread and wine) and other elements and has, therefore, been described as syncretic. Alawites hold that they were originally stars or divine lights that were cast out of heaven through disobedience and must undergo repeated reincarnation (or metempsychosis) before returning to heaven. They can be reincarnated as Christians or others through sin and as animals if they become infidels. In addition, according to the Israeli Begin–Sadat Center for Strategic Studies they believe that God might have incarnated twice; the first incarnation was Joshua who conquered Canaan, and the second was the fourth Caliph, Ali.

===Ismailiism===
WIP


===Zaydism===
===Zaydism===
Zaydi Theocracy is a theocracy based on ''Zaydism'', the oldest branch of Shia Islam found mostly in [[File:Cball-Yemen.png]] Yemen, specifically North Yemen. Zaydis believe the leaders of the Muslim community are Fatimids, descendants of Muhammad and his daughter Fatimah. Zaydi theology puts a large amount of emphasis on ethics and human responsibility, such as rising up to depose immoral leaders.
'''Zaydi Theocracy''' is a theocracy based on ''Zaydism'', the oldest branch of Shia Islam found mostly in [[File:Cball-Yemen.png]] Yemen, specifically North Yemen. Zaydis believe the leaders of the Muslim community are Fatimids, descendants of Muhammad and his daughter Fatimah. Zaydi theology puts a large amount of emphasis on ethics and human responsibility, such as rising up to depose immoral leaders.


==Relationships==
==Relationships==
===Halal===
===Halal===
*[[File:Muslim 2.png]] [[Islamic Theocracy]] - Dad!
*[[File:Muslim 2.png]] [[Islamic Theocracy]] - Dad! Shia are true muslim, right?
*[[File:Khom.png]] [[Khomeinism]] - My descendant, they're a fundamentalist and almost me!
*[[File:Khom.png]] [[Khomeinism]] - My descendant, they're a fundamentalist and almost me!
*[[File:Emon.png]] [[Elective Monarchism]] - Muhammad chose Ali ibn Abi Talib.
*[[File:Emon.png]] [[Elective Monarchism]] - Muhammad chose Ali ibn Abi Talib.
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===Syubhah===
===Syubhah===
*[[File:Zoroastrian_Theocracy.png]] [[Zoroastrian Theocracy]] - They know the old ways well.
*[[File:Zoroastrian_Theocracy.png]] [[Zoroastrian Theocracy]] - They know the old ways well.
*[[File:Plcn2.png]] [[Paleoconservatism]] - Islamo- Wait... you hate [[File:Zio.png]] [[Zionism|Him]] and [[File:Necon.png]] [[Neoconservatism|Him]] as well?
*[[File:Plcn2.png]] [[Paleoconservatism]] - Islamopho- Wait... you hate [[File:Zio.png]] [[Zionism|Him]] and [[File:Necon.png]] [[Neoconservatism|Him]] as well?
*[[File:Christy.png]] [[Christian Theocracy]] - Based theocracy, cringe Christianity.
*[[File:Christy.png]] [[Christian Theocracy]] - Based theocracy, cringe Christianity.
*[[File:Orth.png]] [[Orthodox Theocracy]] - Thank you for respecting Hussein bin Ali.
*[[File:Orth.png]] [[Orthodox Theocracy]] - Thank you for respecting Hussein bin Ali.
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*[[File:Zio.png]] [[Zionism]] - FREE PALESTINE, May Allah destroy Israel!
*[[File:Zio.png]] [[Zionism]] - FREE PALESTINE, May Allah destroy Israel!
*[[File:Trumpism.png]] [[Right-Wing Populism|Trumpism]] - How does it feel to be a stooge for [[File:Zio.png]] Israel and still lose the election to another stooge for Israel?
*[[File:Trumpism.png]] [[Right-Wing Populism|Trumpism]] - How does it feel to be a stooge for [[File:Zio.png]] Israel and still lose the election to another stooge for Israel?
*[[File:Sunni.png]] [https://polcompballanarchy.miraheze.org/wiki/Sunni_Theocracy Sunni Theocracy] - Ali is righteous caliph
*[[File:Sunni.png]] {{PCBA|Sunni Theocracy}} - Ali is righteous caliph
*[[File:Jihad.png]] [[Jihadism]] - Stop committing acts of violence toward Shias!
*[[File:Jihad.png]] [[Jihadism]] - Stop committing acts of violence toward Shias!
*[[File:Sparta.png]] [[Kraterocracy|Spartans]] - DUDE! WRONG PERSIA.
*[[File:Sparta.png]] [[Kraterocracy|Spartans]] - DUDE! WRONG PERSIA.
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==Further Information==
==Further Information==


=== Literature ===
===Literature===


=== Videos ===
===Videos===
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kXWADQ7HivM What is Shia Islam? - Twelverism] by Let's Talk Religion
*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZXA6DpInIRc Who are the Alawites?] by Let's Talk Religion


===Wikipedia===
===Wikipedia===
*[[w:Shia_theocracy|Shia theocracy]]
*[[w:Shia_theocracy|Shia theocracy]]
*[[w:List_of_Shia_dynasties|List of Shia dynasties]]
*[[w:List_of_Shia_dynasties|List of Shia dynasties]]

===Community===
*[https://www.reddit.com/r/ShiaMemes/ r/ShiaMemes]


==Gallery==
==Gallery==

Revision as of 15:31, 5 May 2024

"There is enough light for one who wants to see."

Shia Theocracy, also called Shi'ah Theocracy, Shi'ite Theocracy, or Shia Islamism is an ideology similarly to Islamic Theocracy, but instead functions under the religious doctrine of Shia Islam rather than Sunni Islam. It was born in Iran and Morocco in the 7th century.

How to Draw

Flag of Shia Theocracy
  1. Draw a ball
  2. Fill in with green
  3. Draw the emblem of Iran in yellow-orange
  4. Add a white turban on the ball
  5. Draw the eyes
  6. (Optional)Add a Zulfiqar on the ball

You are done!

Color Name HEX RGB
Green #008000 0, 128, 0
Yellow-Orange #FFAC00 255, 172, 0

Beliefs

Sharia Law

WIP

Ali as the successor to prophet Muhammad

Unlike their Sunni counterparts, which believe that the successor to the prophet Muhammad must be rightfully elected, Shia Theocracy believes that Ali Ibn Abi Thalib and his sons to succeed the prophet Muhammad, their reasoning is because due to Ali being related to the prophet himself, thus, Ali is the rightful successor.

Mahdism

In Islam, Mahdism refers to the belief in the Mahdi, an eschatologic figure considered to be the guided one or the awaited savior. According to Shia tradition, the Mahdi is the twelfth Imam Muhammad al-Mahdi, who disappeared in the 9th century but will reappear before the Day of Judgment to rid the world of tyranny and oppression and establish a reign of justice and equity. Mahdism in Shia eschatology differs from Sunni eschatology on the belief that the Mahdi has already been born and is said to be in occultation (ghayba), while Sunnis believe that he hasn't been born yet.

History

In Iran

Order of Assassins

The Order of Assassins, also called The Assassins or Hashashins (which the English word "assassin" derives from) is an Islamic ideology that practiced Nizari Ismailism, a sect of Shia Islam, and is most famous for their practice in the art of assassination. Many thought of them as a mysterious group which contributed to ideas of Islamic mysticism and is also responsible for influencing the Assassin's Creed video game franchise.

During their rein, they conquered many strategic strongholds around Persia and orchestrated over 200 high profile assassinations.

Their main headquarters was the Alamut Castle. The levantine branch of the Order of Assassins had it's headquarters in the Masyaf Castle.

In Syria

In Iraq

In Afghanistan

Hezbe Wahdat

Hezbe Wahdat is political party and militia in Afghanistan. The party focused on ethnic Hazara tribes, which are constantly discriminated against, but their main problem was political uncertainty and factionalism. After 2009, Hezbe Wahdat was split up in four different factions.

The party was quite open and progressive, despite its religiosity. There were women in the leadership of the party, and the party itself conducted a rather populist rhetoric. Founder of the Hazara militia, which was first leader of Hezbe Wahdat believed in Federalism and Multiculturalism.

Variants

Twelver Shi'ism

Twelver Shi'ism is the largest and most influential Shia sect. The name "Twelver" comes from their belief in the Twelve Imams, who are considered spiritual and political successors to the Prophet Muhammad.

Isma'ilism

Isma'ilism is the second largest Shia sect. It originated from Iman Isma'il al-Mubarak, whose Ismailists consider the real successor to Ja'far al-Sadiq. Twelver Shias, on the other hand, accept Musa al-Kadhim, the younger brother of Isma'il, as his true successor.

Alevism

WIP

Alawites

Alawite Theocracy is a theocracy based off the Alawites, a sect of Shia Islam found in (usually) Syria. Alawite doctrine incorporates Islamic, Gnostic, neo-Platonic, Christian (for example, they celebrate Mass including the consecration of bread and wine) and other elements and has, therefore, been described as syncretic. Alawites hold that they were originally stars or divine lights that were cast out of heaven through disobedience and must undergo repeated reincarnation (or metempsychosis) before returning to heaven. They can be reincarnated as Christians or others through sin and as animals if they become infidels. In addition, according to the Israeli Begin–Sadat Center for Strategic Studies they believe that God might have incarnated twice; the first incarnation was Joshua who conquered Canaan, and the second was the fourth Caliph, Ali.

Zaydism

Zaydi Theocracy is a theocracy based on Zaydism, the oldest branch of Shia Islam found mostly in Yemen, specifically North Yemen. Zaydis believe the leaders of the Muslim community are Fatimids, descendants of Muhammad and his daughter Fatimah. Zaydi theology puts a large amount of emphasis on ethics and human responsibility, such as rising up to depose immoral leaders.

Relationships

Halal

Syubhah

Haram

  • State Atheism - Allah is real and Prophet Muhammad is the messenger of Allah!
  • Neoconservatism - Stop trying to interfere with Iran!
  • Zionism - FREE PALESTINE, May Allah destroy Israel!
  • Trumpism - How does it feel to be a stooge for Israel and still lose the election to another stooge for Israel?
  • Sunni Theocracy - Ali is righteous caliph
  • Jihadism - Stop committing acts of violence toward Shias!
  • Spartans - DUDE! WRONG PERSIA.

Further Information

Literature

Videos

Wikipedia

Community

Gallery

Portraits and Artwork

  • "Theocracies compass" By Spade

    "Theocracies compass" By Spade

Alternative designs

  • Alawite Theocracy

    Alawite Theocracy

  • Alevist Theocracy

    Alevist Theocracy

Navigation

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