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Sajid dynasty

889 CE – 929 CE · about 40 years

The Sajids were a Muslim dynasty of Iranian origin from Ushrusana who ruled Azerbaijan and parts of Armenia. Muhammad ibn Abi'l-Saj was appointed governor in 889 or 890, and they ruled from Maragha and then Ardabil. The dynasty ended in 929.

Key facts

Dates889 CE – 929 CE
RegionIran & Central Asia
ContinentAsia
CapitalsMaragha, Ardabil
FounderMuhammad ibn Abi'l-Saj
Religion(s)Sunni Islam

Before & after

Preceded by

Abbasid Caliphate

Followed by

Sallarid dynasty

Sources

Dates follow widely used reference works; many ancient dates are approximate or debated. Neutral summary for general reference.