AP World History - Unit 1: The Global Tapestry (copy)

Long-distance trade

Economic activity that grew out of the collapse of classical civilization and facilitated interactions between new states.

Religious Mysticism

Adherents focus on mystical experiences through practices like prayer and meditation to connect with the divine.

Buddhism

Religion founded by Siddhartha Gautama, emphasizing the Four Noble Truths and meditation.

Four Noble Truths

(1) All life is suffering, (2) Suffering is caused by desire, (3) One can overcome desire, (4) The way to overcome desire is through following a prescribed path.

Theravada Buddhism

Form of Buddhism focused on meditation and the idea of achieving nirvana through renunciation.

Mahayana Buddhism

A more complex version of Buddhism that promotes ritual and spiritual comfort, leading to a greater spread.

Christianity

Religion based on the teachings of Jesus of Nazareth, emphasizing love for God and others as well as forgiveness of sins.

Jesus of Nazareth

Central figure of Christianity who was crucified and believed to have risen from the dead.

Confucianism

Philosophical system founded by Confucius that emphasizes restoring political and social order through fundamental relationships.

Hinduism

Religion emphasizing a belief in one supreme force, Brahma, with multiple manifestations and reincarnation.

Islam

Monotheistic religion founded on the teachings of prophet Muhammad, requiring submission to Allah through the Five Pillars of Islam.

Five Pillars of Islam

The foundational acts of worship in Islam: confession of faith, prayer, charity, fasting, and pilgrimage.

Abbasid Dynasty

Islamic empire known for its Golden Age from 750-1258 CE, centered in Baghdad.

Feudalism

Social hierarchy system of the Middle Ages characterized by land ownership and mutual obligations between kings, nobles, and vassals.

Magna Carta

Document signed by King John in 1215 that limited the powers of the monarchy and laid foundations for Parliament.

Foot binding

A practice in China that represented the subordination of women, where feet were tightly bound after birth.

Khmer Empire

Hindu Empire from the 9th to 15th century in Southeast Asia, known for its trade networks and the construction of Angkor Wat.

Aztecs

Civilization that arrived in Mexico in the mid 1200s, known for their expansionist policies and capital city Tenochtitlan.

Inca Empire

Civilization located in the Andes Mountains, known for its bureaucratic system, road networks, and significant military organization.