Shiism in Iran; why most of Iranian people are Shia Muslim?

Shiism has deep roots in Iran that stretch back centuries. This video explores the origins of Shiism in the country and how it became entwined with Iran's national identity over time. We'll learn about the dynasties that ushered in Shiism as the state religion specially Safavids, the growth of Shiite Islam under influential leaders, and the role Shiism has played in shaping politics and culture in modern Iran.