Chapter 3-Monasticism, The Rise of Islam, and Holy Roman Empire Flashcards
In what years did Mohammed live?
570 A.D. - 632 A.D.
In what year did Mohammed have a conversion experience?
610 A.D.
What took place during Mohammed’s conversion experience?
He claimed angel Gabriel visited him and gave him a series of revelations which was recorded in the Koran.
What is the Hegira?
Mohammed’s flight from Mecca. Also the first year of the Muslim era.
What does Islam mean in Arabic?
“Submission”
How was Muslim expansion in the West (Europe) stopped?
It was stopped in 732 A.D. by Charles “the Hammer” Martel at the Battle of Tours.
Which Empire was constantly fending off advancing Muslims?
Eastern Empire
Christianity was no longer the dominant religion in what basin?
Mediterranean basin.
What happened because of Christianity not being the dominant religion in the Mediterranean basin?
Europe became socially, economically, and culturally isolated. This helped create the Feudal System.
(The Shahada) Faith:
“There is no God but Allah and Mohammed is his prophet.”
Prayer:
Five times a day while bowing in the direction of Mecca.
Fasting:
A total fast from sunrise to sundown during the holy month of Ramadan.
(Zakah) Almsgiving:
Charitable giving to the poor, travelers, those engaged in a holy war.
(The Hajj) Pilgrimage:
Once a lifetime, if possible, every Muslim must go to the holy shrine the Ka’bah in Mecca.
What was Charles Martel’s nickname?
“The Hammer”