Sistem Masyarakat Jahiliah: Politik

Vocabulary flashcards covering the political structure and social groupings of pre-Islamic Jahiliyyah society.

Kaum Hadhari

A group in pre-Islamic Arab society who lived in cities, engaged in trade, and owned livestock.

Kaum Badwi

A group in pre-Islamic Arab society who lived a nomadic lifestyle and reared livestock.

Syeikh

The appointed leader of a tribal system (sistem kabilah) who was required to be favored by tribal members, mature, brave, dedicated to defending the tribe, and skilled in public speaking.

Semangat assabiyah

Tribal spirit or solidarity rooted in shared lineage (keturunan), characterized by tribal pride and frequent conflicts over power, influence, and wealth.

Kaum Arab Quraisy

The Arab group residing in Makkah responsible for administering the region and advancing trade.

Abrahah

The ruler of Habsyah who posed a threat to Makkah with the objective of destroying the Kaabah.

Darun-Nadwah

An administrative body or department in Makkah designated to manage specific governmental fields and affairs.