As-Saffah

thumb|As-Saffah is proclaimed the caliph, from Balami's Tarikhnama As-Saffah (721– 10 June 754) was the first caliph of the Abbasid caliphate, one of the longest and most important caliphates (Islamic dynasties) in Islamic history. Quotes As power becomes great, concupiscence grows less. History of the Caliphs, p. 263 It is rare that bounty is given unasked but a just claim is destroyed thereby. History of the Caliphs, p. 263 Verily they are the basest and meanest of men who account avarice prudence, and clemency ignoble. When forbearance is mischievous, to pardon is weakness. History of the Caliphs, p. 263 Patience is praiseworthy save in what prejudices the faith or renders sovereignty contemptible, and moderation is commendable except at the season of opportunity. History of the Caliphs, p. 263 Further Readings Al-Suyuti, History of The Caliphs, Translated by Major H. S. Jarrett, Calcutta (India), 1881. Iranian History/The Abbasids#As Saffah Category:Muslims from Iraq Category:8th century births Category:8th century deaths Category:Monarchs from Iraq