Rashid
Rashid is an Arabic name that can refer to multiple historical and contemporary figures, as well as a character from popular culture:
Historical Figures
- Rashid al-Din - An influential Persian statesman and historian of the Ilkhanate era. Born in 1247, he was a physician to the Mongol rulers, eventually becoming a vizier. He wrote the Jami' al-Tawarikh, a vast universal history.
- Rashidun - The term "Rashidun" refers to the first four caliphs after the death of Prophet Muhammad, who are considered "rightly guided" or "Rashid" in Islamic tradition. These include:
Contemporary Figures
- Rashid Khan - A prominent Afghan cricketer known for his leg spin bowling. He has played in various international cricket leagues and for the Afghan national team.
- Rashid Alvi - An Indian politician, member of the Indian National Congress, and a former member of the Parliament of India.
Pop Culture
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