Islam Flashcards
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Q
where did it spread?
A
iraq saudi north africa and spain
1
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why islam spread so quickly?
A
trade missionaries tolerance and conquest
2
Q
what unfied the islamic empires?
A
the hajj, beliefs, arabic and shaira law
3
Q
abbasid golden age achievements
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geometric patterns, algebra, earth rotates, hospitals, dctrs, perscriptions, astrolabe, latern sail
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Q
why did the schism happen?
A
disagreed on next caliph
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Q
sunni muslims
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believed caliph should be chosen by majority, MAJORITY OF MUSLIMS
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Q
shiite muslims
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believed caliph should he related to muhammed MINORITY
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Q
sharia law, based on?
A
the Quaran and haddith
8
Q
islamic art characteristics
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geometric patterns, no icons, arabic writing
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Q
islamic architecture
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domes arches. minarets
