Dar Al-islam Flashcards
What three religions are considered the top three?
Judaism, Christianity, Islam
These religions are often referred to as the Abrahamic faiths.
What is the central belief of Judaism?
Monotheism
Judaism emphasizes the belief in one God.
Who is the founder of Christianity?
Jesus
Jesus is regarded as the sea prophet in Christianity.
Who founded Islam?
Muhammad
Muhammad is considered the final prophet in Islam.
What is the significance of the Abbasid caliphate?
Control during the ‘Golden Age’ of Islam
The Abbasid caliphate is known for its cultural and scientific achievements.
What type of empire did the Seljuk Empire represent?
Political power
The Seljuk Empire was known for its influence in the Middle East.
Who ruled Egypt during the Ayubid sultanate?
Saladin
Saladin is famous for his leadership during the Crusades.
What labor force was acquired by Saladin during the Ayubid sultanate?
Mamluks
Mamluks were enslaved soldiers who became a powerful military class.
What was established by the Mamluks in the Delhi Sultanate?
Political dominance
The Mamluks played a significant role in establishing the Delhi Sultanate.
What is the code of laws in Islam called?
Sharia law
Sharia law encompasses a range of laws and guidelines for Muslims.
What is Sufism?
Spiritual experiences in Islam
Sufism emphasizes the inner, mystical dimension of Islam.
What was the House of Wisdom?
A major intellectual center in Baghdad
The House of Wisdom was known for its contributions to science and philosophy.
Fill in the blank: The concept of _____ involves military leadership in Islamic governance.
new changes
This refers to the shift in power dynamics within Islamic empires.
True or False: The new Islamic empire rising was primarily Turkic in nature.
True
The rise of Turkic powers significantly influenced Islamic history.
How did the decline of the Abbasid Caliphate pave the way for the emergence of new Muslim powers in Dar al-Islam and how did they expand their influence
Rise of new Muslim Turk empires which led to new powers for Muslims. The Seljuks conquered the Middle East and Baghdad which was where the house of wisdom was located and led to increase of Islamic culture
