Origins of Islam
Arabia was established in the 6th century CE.
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A New Community
Proselytizer-Forcer of faith.
Muhammad (Founder) a merchant Considered 1st proplet of Islam, 6th century, Mecca
Monotheistic (only one god) religion, Allah was the only god
The Quran was the holy book of teachings, considered the word of allah.
Islam means submission to Allah
Muhammad escaped to Medina and a new religious commuity developed called umma
5 Pillars - expectations for all muslims - faith, prayer, fast, Pilgrimage, and alms (charity)
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Muhammad’s Successors…Dar al-Islam (all things Islam)
Muhhamad’s death, 632 CE.
Caliph (political leader and defender of faith)
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Abbasid Revolution
The Caliphate established Baghdad as capital in 750 CE.
The ulama (scholars, judges, administrators) expanded core beliefs.
Military used to secure Islamic state and expand.
Sharia Law instituted and regulated every aspect of life.
Patriarchy - where male gender rules, instituted veiling as a common practice.
Established by Abbasi Family.
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