The Rise of Islam
Geography- Very limited agriculture and vary dry deserts.
People of the Deserts- On the deserts, the Arab nomads, called Bedouins, were organized into clans. These clans were created because they provided security and support for a life made difficult.
Moving- By the time of 600 A.D. many Arabs had chosen to settle by an oasis or in a market town, the desert life was just too tough and unpredictable.
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 larger cities, the trade increased as well. Traded many things like spices, incense, perfume.
Monotheistic of Polytheistic- The Islamic religions is definitely monyheistic.
Muhammad-The prophet Muhammad very influential figure. He was raised by his grandfather and uncle. He received little schooling.
General info- Islam means sub
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