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Tamerlane's Chagatai Identity: Conqueror or Usurper of Mongol Legacy
This episode peels back the legend of Tamerlane to examine the tension at the heart of his rule: he claimed to restore Genghis Khan's empire, yet he was not a Chinggisid prince. We explore how Timur balanced his Chagatai identity with his ambitions, using the Yassa code and puppet khans to legitimize his power. We discuss his 1387 decree asserting the primacy of Chagatai customary law over Islamic jurisprudence—a bold move in a Muslim realm. And we look at the 1404 kuriltai where Timur attempted to formalize his lineage's right to rule, with lasting consequences for the Timurid…
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