Key Developments in Global History from c. 1200 to c. 1750

This flashcard set covers key vocabulary and concepts from a variety of historical contexts, focusing on major developments in East Asia, Dar al-Islam, South and Southeast Asia, and transoceanic interconnections between 1200 and 1750.

Confucianism

A philosophical system emphasizing hierarchical relationships and filial piety, which was revived during the Song Dynasty.

Neo-Confucianism

A revived form of Confucianism during the Song Dynasty, incorporating Buddhist and Daoist ideas.

Filial Piety

The virtue of honoring one's ancestors and parents, central to Confucian values.

Bureaucracy

Government officials who execute the will of the emperor, essential for maintaining order and governance.

Tributary Relationship

A system where neighboring states acknowledge the supremacy of a central power (like China) and offer tribute to maintain peace.

Mahayana Buddhism

A branch of Buddhism that offers teachings to everyone, contrasting with Theravada Buddhism.

Pax Mongolica

A period of peace and stability across the Mongol Empire, facilitating trade and cultural exchange.

Sufism

A mystical interpretation of Islam, focusing on the inward search for God and spiritual closeness.

Caste System

A hierarchical structure in Indian society defining social classes, where movement between castes is generally not possible within one lifetime.

Columbian Exchange

The transfer of diseases, plants, animals, and culture between the New World and the Old World following Columbus's voyages.

Deism

The belief in a god who created the universe but does not intervene in its workings, popular among Enlightenment thinkers.

Natural Rights

The concept that individuals have inherent rights that cannot be taken away, including life, liberty, and property.

Social Contract

The theory that individuals have consented, explicitly or implicitly, to form a government that protects their natural rights.

Enlightenment

An intellectual movement emphasizing reason, science, and individual rights, leading to revolutionary changes in society.