Mansa Musa

question- God or gold?

I think that he chooses God over gold and here is why

Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca in 1324 demonstrated his deep devotion to Islam, as he sought spiritual fulfillment rather than material wealth. His extravagant spending of gold during the journey was not merely a display of wealth, but rather a way to spread his faith and promote the Islamic culture throughout his empire.

another reason I think he chooses God over gold is

his establishment of numerous mosques and centers of learning in cities like Timbuktu, which served as hubs for Islamic education and culture, illustrating his commitment to fostering religious devotion and scholarship over the accumulation of riches. Additionally, Mansa Musa's emphasis on trade relations with other Islamic nations highlights his desire to strengthen the Muslim community and promote the teachings of Islam, prioritizing spiritual connections over personal wealth. in the end he created Mali as a center of Islamic culture and education, which would influence the region for centuries to come.