Islam- very hot deserts. The people of the desert the arab nomads, called Bedowins were organized into clans. These clans created because they provided security and support for a life made difficult by the extreme conditions of the desert. Moving by 600AD many arabs had chosen to settle by an oasis or in a market town. Special city- one of these cities was mecca. Mecca is a holy city where Muslims pray towards. Also it is very common for Muslims to go visit mecca to pay homage. Trade Life- after these people had moved into the larger cities the trading increased as well. Many routes because of the bodies of water that surrounded the area. Traded many things like spices, incense, perfumes, precious metals, ivory, silk The Islam religion is definitely monotheistic. They believe in one God called Allah Muhammad- very influential figure. He was raised by his grandfather and uncle. He received little schooling and began working on as a trader. At the age of 40 he became very interested in religion. Islam means submission to the will of Allah. Muslim means one who has submitted.
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