Rise of Islam
Geography- very limited agriculture very hot and dry deserts
People of the Desert- Bedouins or arab nomads organized into clans. These clans provided security and support for a difficult mode. The Bedouins ideals: courage, loyalty to family, and warrior skills.
Moving- 600 AD arabs settled by oasis or in a market town, the desert life was too tough. Large towns near the western coast of Arabia became market towns for local, regional, and long distance trade goods.
Special city- Mecca it was a very holy city where muslims pray toward Mecca. they would visit mecca to pay homage.
Trade Life- the trading increased when people moved to the cities. Lots of trade routes because of water surrounding the area. Traded spices, incense, perfumes, precious metals, ivory, and silk.
Monotheistic- Islamic religion was htis. They believed in one god called Allah.
Muhammad- Influential figure, raised by his grandfather and uncle. He recieved little school and began working on as a trader. at the age of 40, Muhammad became very intrested in religion.
General Info.- Islam means"submission to the will of Allah" Muslim means"one who has submitted"
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