Ahl-E-Haqq Families, Similarities and differences

The Ahl-E-Haqq movement is generally classified as group of Shi’ite with specific beliefs that has not been given enough consideration in various researches, thus the historical studies on this group lack omnitude. This lack of information, teamed with the reluctance of the group itself in introducing themselves has led to many different speculations and judgments about these ethics. Since historical review is essential to the comprehension of a thought process, this study aims to explore the history of Ahl-E-Haqq familial generations, and their similarities and differences. For this intent, in addition to use of existing resources the author also conducted extensive field studies and interviewed elders of various Ahl-E-Haqq families. There are different viewpoints regarding the number of Ahl-E-Haqq families and tribes, but the popular belief is that they are classified into eleven families. Based on the word of two different sources, either five or seven of these families are considered primary, and were established in the Perdivar Period by Sultan Sahak Barzanje-e, the founder of this sect, and others in subsequent centuries. These families are almost similar in their general beliefs and rituals, and dissimilarities can be seen only in minor rites and ordinances. Here it should be noted that according to the results of the field studies completed for this dissertation, the Atash-Bagi family which is active at present seems to differ more from the other families, and harbors other views and opinions.