Sultan Salahuddin Ayyubi Episode 1 | UHD 2026 |
In 1164 CE, Salahuddin’s uncle Shirkuh was appointed as the vizier of Egypt by the Fatimid Caliphate. Upon Shirkuh’s death in 1169 CE, Salahuddin succeeded him as the vizier, marking the beginning of his meteoric rise to power.
Born in 1137 CE in Tikrit, Iraq, Salahuddin Ayyubi was the son of Najm ad-Din Ayyub, a renowned military commander. From a young age, Salahuddin demonstrated exceptional bravery, intelligence, and compassion. He was raised in a devout Muslim family and received a thorough education in Islamic theology, literature, and martial arts. sultan salahuddin ayyubi episode 1
One of the most pivotal battles in Salahuddin’s career was the Battle of Hattin, fought on July 4, 1187 CE. The Crusader forces, led by King Guy of Lusignan, were decisively defeated, and the city of Jerusalem, considered holy by Christians, Muslims, and Jews, was finally liberated. In 1164 CE, Salahuddin’s uncle Shirkuh was appointed