Hesine Haweri
Hesine Haweri (also named Hesin Şeref Îsa Mahmûd Hewerî) was a "mighty" Yezidi tribal leader of the Haweri tribe[1], who was mentioned by many of the Yezidis in that tribe.[2][3] He is remembered as a heroic figure for his courage and leadership during the late 18th century, particularly in defending his people against the forces of the Kurdish Mir of Soran.[4] Hesine Haweri played a important role in protecting the villages around Derabun, earning a lasting place in Yezidi oral tradition as a symbol of bravery and resilience.
Biography
Hesine Haweri was born in 1791 in northern Iraq. His name is Kurdish and means “The Steel of the Haweris.” He was also known by the nickname Hassn Agha Al Haweri. Hesine was a skilled marksman, and stories passed down in oral tradition describe him as using his talent to defend the Yezidi community, targeting enemies of the faith as well as hunting wild animals, which he greatly enjoyed. He lived until 1866 when he eventually died at the age of 75 of natural causes.[5][6]
History
Hesine Haweri was best known for resisting the attacks of Emir Muhammed Pasha of Rawanduz. During the 18th century, Mir Muhammed led multiple campaigns against Yezidi communities, massacring many residents. In 1834, his forces advanced toward Derabun, a village in northern Iraq. Although heavily outnumbered, Hesine Haweri and his small army successfully repelled the attack in the Defense at Derabun, saving thousands of Yezidis and securing his place in the community’s oral history as a heroic defender.[4][6]
Death and legacy
After his death, Hesine Haweri was buried in Derabun, near the Qub of Evdi Resh. He is remembered in Yezidi culture through songs such as “Strana Hesine Haweri” and by monuments, including a statue in Armenia located next to the Quba Mere Diwane.[5]
References
- ↑ Dêrşewî, Mele Mehmûd (1989). Miştaxa çiya ji gotinên pêşiya (in kurdî). Navisan. ISBN 978-91-7970-535-0. Search this book on
- ↑ Allison, Christine (2001). The Yezidi Oral Tradition in Iraqi Kurdistan. London: Christine Allison. p. 201. ISBN 9781136746550. Search this book on
- ↑ Khalaf, Dîar (2013). "Mythos und Legende der Şêx Mend und das Symbol der Schlange" (PDF). kurdipedia.org. Archived from the original on 2026-01-03. Retrieved 2026-01-03. Unknown parameter
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- ↑ 5.0 5.1 کوردیپێدیا, Kurdipedia-. "Hassn Agha". Kurdipedia.org. Retrieved 2026-01-03.
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Demir, Hayrî (2012). "Chronologische Liste êzîdîscher Helden". http://jugendkomitee-emmerich.de/. Archived from the original on 2026-01-03. Retrieved 2012-05-09. Unknown parameter
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