What Happened This Year 897

Historical Events from This Year 897

Politics & Government

Al-Hadi Yahya Founding Zaydi Imamate

March 15th, 897 1128 years ago

Al-Hadi ila'l-Haqq Yahya entered Sa'dah and established the Zaydi Imamate, a significant religious and political authority in Yemen. His arrival marked the beginning of a dynasty that would shape Yemen's governance and religious landscape for centuries. The imamate was rooted in the Zaydi sect of Shia Islam, emphasizing social justice and righteous leadership, addressing the political and spiritual needs of the people in the region.

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