What year did Ibn al-Zubayr proclaim himself caliph?
685
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677
Answer
In 683, Ibn al-Zubayr, a prominent figure in early Islamic history, proclaimed himself as the caliph, the leader of the Islamic community. This declaration marked the beginning of a period of civil war and political instability within the Muslim world. By asserting his claim to the caliphate, Ibn al-Zubayr challenged the authority of the Umayyad dynasty, who were the established rulers at the time.
Conquest and Caliphate: The Tale of Abd Allah ibn al-Zubayr
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