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vizier

Also known as wazir, vizir, vizeer, wezir, vezir

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.

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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
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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.