Who was responsible for the growth of Nazareth in the 18th century?
Saladin
Zahir al-Umar
Suleiman the Magnificent
Fakhr ad-Dīn II
Answer
Zahir al-Umar, the autonomous Arab ruler of northern Palestine in the mid-18th century, transformed Nazareth into a large town by encouraging immigration. His policies led to a significant increase in the town's population and size.
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