.The appearances of Social Tolerance in Seljuk Period; Explaining the approaches of Seljuk rulers to Jaʿfari Shiites

During the Seljuk period, the political institution affects the institution of religion and social relations that is why we have emphasized, in this paper, on the role of political structure in dealing with social and religious groups. As far as possible religious hierarchy was organized within the framework of the state, and religious affairs were under the control of the minister. This research, by a problem-oriented approach, attempts to explain the actions and attitudes of Seljuk rulers in relation to the community of Ja’fari Shiites. The findings of the research indicate that Ja’fari Shiites had rights and freedoms such as holding meetings, preaching, debating in the social arena. Shiite cultural institutions, such as schools and mosques, were active in various cities. The presence of Shiite scholars in urban administrative positions, such as judgments and superintendency, and in state administrative positions such as the ministry, were recognized. The findings of the research offer several reasons why Seljuk rulers had taken such a tolerant approach towards Ja’fari Shiites.