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Integral to understanding the Iranian Revolution are the ideological shifts seen post-Ottoman Empire, where a renewed Islamic consciousness began to oppose Western colonialism. The rise of the Muslim Brotherhood in Egypt exemplifies a broader reactionary sentiment that transcended national borders, seeking to reclaim a political identity grounded in Islam.
In addition to ideology, economic factors played a crucial role. The Shah's inability to manage oil revenues led to inflation and economic turmoil, deeply affecting the lives of ordinary Iranians. This economic discontent, coupled with rapidly changing societal expectations, created a powder keg situation where revolutionary ideas could thrive, culminating in the explosive change of 1979.