Talk:History of the Kurds

Twent Dwellers bit.

Hello!

There's a part in the wikipage:

"There are different theories about the origin of the name Kurd. According to one theory, it originates in Middle Persian as كورت kwrt-, a term for "nomad; tent-dweller".[Note 1] After the Muslim conquest of Persia, this term was adopted into Arabic as kurd-, and was used specifically for nomadic tribes.[Note 2]"

This is a well known propaganda and racist line that the Turkish regime and Iranian regime used to deny Kurdish ethnicity. It has been proven to be false many times. Just incase I was wrong, I clicked the link and note 2, to be taken to where they got this information from, clicked search and went looking for where it says that in the given cite, and no where does it say that in "Wayback Machine"'s book. I also read through the paragraph that was displayed, and again. Nothing. Please delete this part as it is false information passed down to deny Kurdish ethnicity. 70.29.14.147 (talk) 23:09, 10 August 2021 (UTC) Jason Vow

• "Tent-dweller" is verified by the sources in Note 2. Even if the information was incorrect, there is no denial of Kurdish identity. Drmies (talk) 01:34, 20 August 2021 (UTC)

  There's a literal wikipage on the denial of Kurdish identity, what are you on about? If you're uninformed about my people, please refrain from making such statements.

  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Denial_of_Kurds_by_Turkey#:~:text=It%20was%20denied%20that%20a,word%20of%20Kurdish%20they%20used.

  That section about tent dwellers should be removed, as all it does it continue to spread misinformation and racist models from the Turkish and Iranian government about Kurds in order to continue Kurdish occupation. It has been proven to be false and outdated. 70.29.13.119 (talk) 05:42, 2 April 2024 (UTC)

Propose to move genetics section to Kurds#Genetics

As stated. Seems better to move whole genetics section to Kurds#Genetics --TataofTata (talk) 19:33, 27 September 2021 (UTC)

What did they called Kurds in 1200's the mongols time

What did they called Kurds in 1200's the mongols time 212.237.116.170 (talk) 21:43, 25 February 2022 (UTC)

Hypothetical history

Early Kurdish principalities includes "One of these dynasties may have been able, during the decades, to impose its supremacy ... build a state incorporating the whole Kurdish country if the course of history had not been disrupted" based on "One of these dynasties would have been able, during the decades, to impose its supremacy on the others and build a state incorporating the whole Kurdish country if the course of history hadn't been disrupted" from https://www.institutkurde.org/en/institute/who_are_the_kurds.php.

Apart from "might have been" being preferable to "may ..." it's a hypothetical scenario which I feel should be avoided in an encyclopedia article. Mcljlm (talk) 17:01, 1 August 2022 (UTC)

Should be changed to "Iranic ethnic group" not Iranian.

Please see:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kurds

Calling Kurds Iranian is dishonest as majority of us are outside of the country Iran. Iranic is the proper academic term to use for indo-Iranians. This was discussed in https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Talk:Kurds as well. 70.29.13.216 (talk) 12:16, 25 December 2023 (UTC)

Extended-confirmed-protected edit request on 14 May 2024

80.89.225.194 (talk) 11:11, 14 May 2024 (UTC)

 Not done: it's not clear what changes you want to be made. Please mention the specific changes in a "change X to Y" format and provide a reliable source if appropriate. Myrealnamm (💬talk · ✏️contribs) at 11:17, 14 May 2024 (UTC)

ala kurdıstan

Etymology dispute related to the term "Kurd"

I've recently added information about the etymological connection between 'Kurd' and Sumerian 'Karda' based on peer-reviewed sources (Hennerbichler 2014, Zaken 2007). However, these additions have been repeatedly reverted with claims of "predatory publishing" without evidence. I kindly request a neutral third opinion to evaluate the sources and the relevance of this information to the article. The disputed content provides valuable historical context and is more substantiated than the current claim of the name being a Middle Persian toponym. Sciencebasedresearch Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 21:45, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

I want to clarify that the content I added was indeed supported by reliable, peer-reviewed sources, which were properly cited in my edit:

- Hennerbichler, F. (2014). "Kar-da-ka 21st ce. B.C.E. Karda Land of Valiant Mountain People Central Zagros East Terminological Analysis". Advances in Anthropology, 04(03), 168-198. DOI:10.4236/aa.2014.43021

- Zaken, M. (2007). "Jewish Subjects and Their Tribal Chieftains in Kurdistan: A Study in Survival". Brill, pages 1-2. ISBN: 9789004161900

These sources discuss the etymological connection between 'Kurd' and Sumerian 'Karda', as proposed by G.R. Driver, providing valuable historical context relevant to the article's scope. I noticed @HistoryofIran has tagged a source as "predatory publishing." However, Brill is a highly respected academic publisher, and Advances in Anthropology, while an open-access journal, follows peer-review processes.

If you have specific concerns about these sources, I'm open to discussing them. I believe this information adds depth to the article and offers insights into early references to Kurdish people.

Kind regards,

Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 22:48, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

Wrong article. See my comment here [1]. --HistoryofIran (talk) 23:01, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

A gentle reminder to the people actively concerned about the topics on the Kurdish history:

please refrain from involving your personal views such as "the scholars aren't specialized in ..." and any similar psudoscientific claims which has no place in our discussion.

Garnik Asatrian is not a reliable researcher according to the following recent researches; so please keep your personal concerns out of this discussion. If you needed to cite Asatrian, please be specific and provide in-depth contex on his claims and analysis to make sure it adheres to the scientific methodology and to avoid any "predatory publishing".

1. Uzun Avci, Emel. "Denial of the Kurdish question in the personal narratives of lay people." Ethnicities 19, no. 1 (July 8, 2018): 156–73. This paper critiques the narratives surrounding Kurdish identity and potentially provide counterarguments to Asatrian's claims about Kurdish origins.
2. Ghaderi, Farangis. "The challenges of writing Kurdish literary history: Representation, classification, periodisation." Kurdish Studies 3, no. 1 (May 1, 2015): 3–25. This article discusses the complexities of Kurdish identity and literary history, which could serve as a counterpoint to Asatrian's views.
3. Jawad, Saad Naji. "The Kurdish question in Iraq: historical background and future settlement." Contemporary Arab Affairs 1, no. 1 (January 1, 2008): 25–41. This paper provides a historical context that challenges Asatrian's interpretations of Kurdish identity.
4. Windfuhr, Gernot L. "The Early History of Kurdish Studies (1787–1901)." This paper provides a critical overview of the development of Kurdish studies, offering insights that counter Asatrian's claims.
5. Klyosov, Anatole A. "The Origin of Kurds." This research discusses the genetic and anthropological origins of the Kurdish people, providing an alternative perspective to Asatrian's linguistic-based arguments.

These references highlight diverse perspectives within Kurdish studies and offer scholarly critiques of Asatrian's interpretations. Engaging with these works can enrich our understanding of Kurdish history and identity beyond Asatrian's framework.

Thank you for your cooperation in maintaining a scholarly discussion. Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 23:09, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

Interesting timing. Asatrian is reliable. This has been discussed to death, including at WP:RSN. I think you should read WP:SCHOLARSHIP. HistoryofIran (talk) 23:13, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

Recent research critiques his work, and I believe it's essential to keep personal views out of this discussion. If you wish to cite Asatrian, please provide specific references and context regarding his claims to ensure they adhere to scientific methodology and avoid any accusations of "predatory publishing."

I have included several scholarly references that offer diverse perspectives on Kurdish identity and history, which may serve as valuable counterpoints to Asatrian's interpretations. Engaging with these works can enrich our understanding and ensure we maintain a high standard of scholarship in this article. Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 23:36, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

Feel free to re-read my comment. And I'll say it here too; avoid randomly accusing someone of involving their own personal opinion (WP:ASPERSIONS). HistoryofIran (talk) 23:39, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

Could you please provide specific references or evidence to support your assertion that Hennerbichler, F. (2014). "Kar-da-ka 21st ce. B.C.E. Karda Land of Valiant Mountain People Central Zagros East Terminological Analysis" is not a reliable source? Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 23:53, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

Please check out (WP:SCHOLARSHIP). Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 23:54, 22 August 2024 (UTC)

You're just mimicking me. And I already demonstrated why it is not reliable [2], if you can't understand something so simple (which you were also reverted for in the past [3]) then it's really not my problem. HistoryofIran (talk) 00:01, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

I cannot find a scientific methodology for this claim. Otherwise, it is not acceptable in an academic context and must be rejected based on the lack of empirical evidence and rigorous scholarly analysis.

Please keep the discussion scientific and I would like to request that we focus on the content and sources rather than personal opinions on me (WP:SCHOLARSHIP). Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 00:26, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

WP:SCHOLARSHIP has nothing to do with personal opinions... and you were the literally the person to accuse me of using my personal opinion, i.e. not focusing on the content. And this is not about "scientific methodology", this is about you attempting to use a predatory journal, it's really not that complicated. Please read WP:CIR. And why are you replying on two fronts now...? Let's stick to one section. HistoryofIran (talk) 00:31, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

Advances in Anthropology is not acceptable: predatory journal. Let's move on. Drmies (talk) 00:32, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

Etymology dispute related to the term "Kurd"

I've recently added information about the etymological connection between 'Kurd' and Sumerian 'Karda' based on peer-reviewed sources (Hennerbichler 2014, Zaken 2007).

However, these additions have been repeatedly reverted with claims of "predatory publishing" without evidence.

I kindly request a neutral third opinion to evaluate the sources and the relevance of this information to the article.

I want to clarify that the content I added was indeed supported by reliable, peer-reviewed (WP:ASPERSIONS) sources, which were properly cited in my edit:

• Hennerbichler, F. (2014). "Kar-da-ka 21st ce. B.C.E. Karda Land of Valiant Mountain People Central Zagros East Terminological Analysis". Advances in Anthropology, 04(03), 168-198. DOI:10.4236/aa.2014.43021
• Zaken, M. (2007). "Jewish Subjects and Their Tribal Chieftains in Kurdistan: A Study in Survival". Brill, pages 1-2. ISBN: 9789004161900

These sources discuss the etymological connection between 'Kurd' and Sumerian 'Karda', as proposed by G.R. Driver, providing valuable historical context relevant to the article's scope.

@historyofiran, please do not reply to this conversation to keep it clear for reviewers.

A gentle reminder, please note that it's essential to keep personal views out of this discussion.

Best, Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 00:12, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

That's not what WP:ASPERSIONS means, more proof that you're just mimicking what I say. The first citation is still not reliable per [4], I would advise you to follow the policies of this website. Don't create multiple sections for the same topic, and the Brill bit is already been discussed here, still awaiting your response [5]. HistoryofIran (talk) 00:16, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

All I can see in [4] is a claim without evidence. Please correct me if I am missing something here. Thanks Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 00:20, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

Sigh... your edit was literally TAGGED as "use of predatory open access journal". Not by me, but by the system. Why do you think that is? And what do you think predatory open access journal is? What does it say here [6]? HistoryofIran (talk) 00:24, 23 August 2024 (UTC)

Thank you for your reply. I will look into it. Sciencebasedresearch (talk) 00:31, 23 August 2024 (UTC)