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ناصرالدینشاه در میهمانیهای اعیان و اشراف
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Jafar Aghazadeh *   , Shabnam Moosanasab , Nasrin Ghorbani |
| University of Mohaghegh Ardabili. Ardabil. Iran , j.agazadeh@uma.ac.ir |
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During the reign of Naser al-Din Shah Qajar, efforts toward modernization and the adoption of Western modes of civilization became intertwined with the persistence of long-standing royal and social traditions. This coexistence of tradition and modernity was reflected in various aspects of social life, and one of its most meaningful manifestations was the lavish banquets and receptions held by nobles and aristocrats in honor of the Shah. Although these gatherings appeared to be social and recreational ceremonies, they in fact carried political, symbolic, and status-related functions. Inviting the Shah and hosting him with meticulous ceremonial protocols enabled local power holders and courtiers to consolidate their positions within the power structure and strengthen their ties with the royal court.
This study, using a descriptive–analytical approach and based on historical sources and travelogues, examines the ceremonial practices associated with Naser al-Din Shah’s attendance at aristocratic banquets. It seeks to answer the question of what customs and rituals were observed during these events and what their underlying purposes were. The findings indicate that these gatherings were not merely social occasions but arenas for reproducing royal order, displaying power, competing for prestige, and facilitating cultural interactions between the court and the elite. |
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| Keywords: Naser al-Din Shah Qajar, Court Ceremonial Protocols, Aristocratic Banquets, Power Structure and Social Status. |
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Type of Study: Research |
Subject:
Iran History/ Qajar Period
Received: 2025/12/16 | Revised: 2026/08/16 | Accepted: 2026/03/30 | ePublished ahead of print: 2026/08/16
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