Unit 0 Islam (WHAP)

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WHAP Unit 0: Postclassical Civilizations (Islam Only)

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Spread of Islam

The rapid expansion of Islam in the 7th century, uniting diverse religious groups in the Middle East.

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Muhammad

A merchant on the Arabian Peninsula who received revelations from God, later recorded in the Quran.

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Quran

The sacred scriptures of Islam containing the teachings and revelations received by Muhammad.

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Muslims

Followers of the teachings in the Quran who believe Muhammad is the last prophet.

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Five Pillars of Islam

The core principles of Islam, including belief in one god (Allah), ritual prayer, almsgiving, fasting, and pilgrimage to Mecca.

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Sharia

The law code based on the Quran that regulates both religious and civic behavior for Muslims.

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Sunnis

Muslims who believe the caliph can be selected from among all leaders in the Islamic community.

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Shi’a

Muslims who believe the caliph should be a blood relative of Muhammad.

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House of Islam

The term used to describe the regions united under Islam, including southern Spain, North Africa, the Middle East, and parts of India.

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Abbasid Caliphate

The influential rulers of Dar al-Islam from 750 to 1258, known for a golden age of Islamic culture.

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Trade under Abbasids

The revival of trade along the Silk Roads and trans-Saharan routes, facilitating the exchange of ideas and goods.

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Center of learning

Baghdad became a hub for advancements in medicine, astronomy, algebra, and the preservation of classical texts under the Abbasids.

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Religious toleration

The practice by the Abbasids allowing non-Muslims to maintain their faith by paying a tax called jizya.

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Women's rights under Abbasids

The strengthening of marriage and property rights for women, along with the continuation of veiling and polygamy.

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