In Iran, approximately 400 years ago, standards similar to
this one were used in many religious processions. This particular standard is made from metal
and is 127 centimeters long. It is in the shape of Imam Ali's sword. Imam Ali
was the husband of Fatima, the daughter of the Prophet Mohammad. It was widely believed
by Shi'a Muslims that Imam Ali would be Mohammad's successor.
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