the first global civilization: the rise & spread of islamCH 7.1 - 7.4 & 8.1 - 8.2In the 7th century c.e., the Arab followers of Muhammad surged from the Arabian peninsula to create the first global civilization. They quickly conquered an empire, incorporating elements of the classical civilizations of Greece, Egypt, and Persia. Islamic merchants, mystics, and warriors continued their expansion in Europe, Asia, and Africa. The process provided links for exchange among civilized centers and forged a truly global civilization. Muslim scientific and philosophical works written in Arabic made it an international language.
CH 8.3 - 8.4By the mid-9th century, the Abbasids were losing control over their vast Muslim empire. Despite the political decline, Islamic civilization reached new cultural heights, and Islam expanded widely in the Afro-Asian world through conquest and peaceful conversion. The extensive Islamic world stimulated the exchange of ideas and commodities among its peoples and neighbors.
Considering the Evidence, Islamic Civilization in Persian Miniature Paintings
Islam vs. Muslim: "Islam" translates basically into “submission” or “surrender.” However, from the same root word, the words “peace” and “safety” are also drawn, which make it simpler to understand the term “Salaam,” the widespread official Muslim greeting.
"Muslim" its literal meaning is “the one who surrenders.” A Muslim is a person believing in and consciously following Islam. Islam vs. Muslim: "Islam" is commonly used in conversations and discussions, in order to represent the religious entity of the believers as a whole. For example: That Islamic neighborhood has some of the best chi tea in the area. Furthermore, the word Islam can also be used when referring to the religion as a noun itself. For instance: Islam is a religion of peace, which bases its teachings on the way of the Prophet Muhammad, and the laws of the Holy Quran.
Muslim is commonly brought up where a person is being characterized and distinguished. For instance, “Do you remember the Muslim man who owns that restaurant?” At the same time, it could be used to describe or categorize someone at the core of one’s religion or religious beliefs. For example, “I am a Jew, but he is Muslim.” |
CH 9.1 - 9.4Africa below the Sahara for long periods had only limited contact with the civilizations of the Mediterranean and Asia. Between 800 and 1500 c.e., the frequency and intensity of exchanges increased, with Islam proving the major external contact. The spread of Islam in Africa linked its regions to the outside world through trade, religion, and politics. Social, religious, and technological changes influenced African life. State building in Africa was influenced both by indigenous and Islamic inspiration. States like Mali and Songhay built upon military power and dynastic alliances. City-states in western and eastern Africa were tied to larger trading networks. African civilizations built less clearly on prior precedent than other post-classical societies. Older themes, such as Bantu migration, persisted. Parts of Africa south of the Sahara entered into the expanding world network; many others remained in isolation.
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compare & contrast major religions (+24 Evaluation)
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Due October 13th (+24, evaluation) You & 1 partner are to make a 4 point Venn Diagram comparing & contrasting the four religions of
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Each portion of the diagram will focus on the Comparison & Contrast for each of the following:
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