vizier
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A vizier is a high-ranking advisor or official who served in the courts of rulers, particularly in Middle Eastern and Islamic governments. The role evolved over time to become an important part of official government institutions, with viziers wielding significant influence over state affairs.
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- Etymology
- Historical ministerial titles
- In Islamic states
- Modern post-monarchy use
- Princely title
- Art
- Notable viziers
- Influence on chess
- Playing card rank
- See also
- Notes
- References
- Sources
thumb|345x345px|An illustrated Portrait of Mohammad Shah Qajar|Muhammad Shah Qajar and his Vizier Haj Mirza Aghasi in Iran during the 19th century. Vizier's roles as advisors in courts evolved over time, becoming an important part of official government institutions.
Historically, a vizier (; ; ) is a high-ranking political advisor or minister in the countries of "greater Persia". The Abbasid caliphs gave the title wazir to a minister formerly called katib (secretary), who was at first merely a helper but afterwards became the representative and successor of the dapir (official scribe or secretary) of the Sassanian kings.