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Yang Jian

First emperor of the Sui dynasty in China known for reunifying the country after centuries of instability.

Grand Canal

The longest man-made waterway in the world, spanning over 1,100 miles, connecting Beijing and Hangzhou.

Tang Dynasty

A golden age of Chinese culture known for advancements in art, literature, and trade along the Silk Road.

Uighurs

Ethnic group that initially supported the Tang Dynasty but later contributed to its decline.

Middle Kingdom

The term used to describe China's self-view as the central power surrounded by lesser states.

Tang Taizong

The emperor who reopened the Silk Road and established a golden age for the Tang Dynasty.

Civil Service Exam

Bureaucracy based on merit, ensuring the most qualified individuals held government jobs.

Chang'an

Ancient capital of China, a major center for trade and cultural exchange during the Han and Tang dynasties.

Song Dynasty

Dynasty that emphasized Confucianism, expanded the bureaucracy, and maintained a strong centralized power.

Foot binding

A practice in Tang Dynasty China aimed at restricting the growth of young girls' feet as a sign of status.

Gunpowder

A mixture developed in China used for explosives, made from sulfur, charcoal, and saltpeter.

Theravada Buddhism

Buddhism practiced by monks and monasteries, emphasizing a more austere path to nirvana.

Mahayana Buddhism

A broader form of Buddhism encouraging participation in practices and the notion of bodhisattvas.

Silk Road

A network of trade routes connecting China with the Middle East and Europe, facilitating cultural and economic exchange.

Cosmopolitan society

A community characterized by diverse cultures and ideas, often resulting from trade and migration.

Neo-Confucianism

A revival of Confucian thought that incorporated elements of Buddhism and Daoism.

Shintoism

The indigenous religion of Japan focused on rituals to maintain harmony between humans and nature.

Emperor of Japan

A title held by the ceremonial leader, with limited political power during the decentralized shogunate period.

Nara Japan

The first permanent capital of Japan marked by the establishment of a centralized government.

Heian Japan

Period known for its flourishing court culture and significant advancements in art and literature.

Samurai

Elite warriors in feudal Japan, known for their strict code of conduct and martial skills.

Mecca

The holiest city in Islam, known as the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad and site of the Kaaba.

Hijra

The migration of Muhammad from Mecca to Medina, marking the beginning of the Islamic calendar.

Hadith

Recorded sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad that serve as important sources of guidance in Islam.

Quran

The holy book of Islam, believed to be the word of Allah as revealed to Muhammad.

Umma

The global community of Muslims bound together by their faith.

Seal of the Prophets

Title for Muhammad, indicating he is the last prophet in Islam.

5 Pillars of Islam

The core beliefs and practices every Muslim must follow.

Jihad

Spiritual struggle to maintain faith and follow God's will in Islam.

Sharia

Islamic law derived from the Quran and Hadith, offering guidance on all aspects of life.

Abu Bakr

The first caliph of Islam and close companion of Muhammad.

Caliph

Political and religious leader in Islam considered a successor to Muhammad.

Sunni/Shia

The two main sects of Islam with differing beliefs about leadership after Muhammad's death.

Ali

Cousin and son-in-law of Muhammad, regarded by Shia Muslims as the first rightful caliph.

Umayyads

The first major Islamic dynasty known for significant expansion and establishing Arabic as the official language.

Jizya

Tax levied on non-Muslims in Islamic states allowing them to practice their religion.

Abbasids

The second major Islamic dynasty known for cultural, scientific, and economic growth.

Seljuk Empire

A medieval Turkish state that promoted Sunni Islam and influenced culture throughout the Middle East.

Harun al-Rashid

The fifth caliph of the Abbasid dynasty, known for his reign during the Islamic Golden Age.

House of Wisdom

Intellectual center in Baghdad during the Islamic Golden Age for scholars to gather and study.

Sakk

Letters of credit used by Islamic banks during the medieval period.

Madrasas

Educational institutions in the Islamic world that promoted Islamic values.

Sufis

Muslim mystics who emphasized personal experience and spirituality over rigid doctrine.

Hajj

The annual pilgrimage to Mecca that is a mandatory religious duty for Muslims.

Persian Influence

The impact of Persian culture and administration on the Islamic Empire following its conquest.

Gupta Empire

Ancient Indian empire, known for a significant period of cultural and intellectual achievements.

King Harsha

Indian ruler known for unifying northern India and promoting Buddhism during his reign.

Mahmud of Ghazni

Turkish ruler known for his military conquest in India and patronage of the arts.

Sultanate of Delhi

Islamic empire established in northern India after conquest of the region, with Delhi as its capital.

Chola Kingdom

Tamil dynasty in southern India noted for its advancements in art and maritime trade.

Caste System

Hierarchical social structure in India dividing people based on occupation and birth.

Dhow

Traditional sailing vessel used for trade in the Red Sea and Indian Ocean.

Calicut

Major trading city in southwestern India, known for its spice trade during the medieval period.

Shiva

A principal deity in Hinduism known as the Destroyer within the Trimurti.

Vishnu

A principal deity in Hinduism known as the Preserver within the Trimurti.

Angkor Wat

A temple complex in Cambodia, originally Hindu but later incorporating Buddhist elements.

Bhakti Movement

Social movement that sought to unify Hinduism and Islam, emphasizing spiritual equality.