Major Religions
Their teachings describe Jesus as being concerned with the growing cosmopolitan nature of Jewish society and as preaching a simple message of love and compassion. Their tradition also attributes to Jesus the power to perform miracles, such as healing the sick and raising the dead and that Jesus taught that all people were equal and that the faithful would experience eternal life in heaven with God.
Christianity
the belief that there is only one true God.
Monotheism
Chinese dynasty that ruled from 960 to 1279 CE, known for its economic prosperity, technological advancements, and cultural flourishing. This period is marked by significant developments in trade, governance, and art, which laid the groundwork for modern Chinese civilization.
Song Dynasty
a highly advanced Mesoamerican culture known for its remarkable achievements in writing, mathematics, astronomy, and architecture
Mayans
Inhabitants of this religion mostly live in the Arabian Peninsula, or Bedouins, lived in nomadic tribes led by sheikhs. Settlements arose along trade routes, as Arabs transported products between the Mediterranean Sea and the Indian Ocean
Islam
The most famous of the trading routes established by pastoral nomads connecting the Chinese, Indian, Persian, and Mediterranean civilizations; transmitted goods and ideas among civilization
Silk Road
medieval Islamic state that emerged in the 11th century and lasted until the 14th century, encompassing parts of Central Asia, the Middle East, and Anatolia. It is significant for its role in the spread of Islam and Persian culture, as well as its influence on the Crusades and interactions with neighboring powers.
Seljuk Empire
a powerful pre-Columbian civilization that thrived in the Andean region of South America from the early 15th century until the Spanish conquest in the 16th century. Known for its advanced agricultural practices, architectural achievements, and sophisticated political system
Inca Empire
Practice in Chinese society to mutilate women's feet in order to make them smaller; produced pain and restricted women's movement; made it easier to confine women to the household.
Foot-binding
The Hebrews trace their origin to the patriarch Abraham, whom they believe God called to found a new nation in Canaan. Although the Hebrews were sporadically conquered by neighboring empires such as the Assyrians, Babylonians, and Romans, they maintained their cultural identity through their religion, which is
Judaism
Hierarchy: (top to bottom)
1. Monarchs (kings, royalty)
2. Lords/Nobles (owners of land)
3. Peasants (lowest class, worked the land)
Feudalism
thrived as a trading hub that connected inland resources to coastal markets along the Indian Ocean. Its economy was bolstered by trade in gold, ivory, and other commodities, facilitating wealth accumulation and cultural exchange.
Great Zimbabwae
an example of a powerful, Christian-dominated state in Africa that used religion and trade to centralize power, build monumental architecture like the rock-hewn churches of Lalibela, and maintain its independence for much of the period before modern colonialism.
Ethiopia
The two most important concepts were ren (appropriate feelings) and li (correct actions), which must be used together in order to have any effect. Additionally, filial piety (respect for one’s parents) was a key concept for this religion.
Confucianism
The belief that the Chinese king's right to rule came from the gods.
Mandate to Heaven
A powerful 7th- to 13th-century Southeast Asian maritime empire that controlled crucial trade routes, served as a major center for Buddhist learning, and facilitated cultural exchange between China, India, and the Middle East
Srivijaya Empire
was the third caliphate in Islamic history, reigning from 750 to 1258 CE. It succeeded the Umayyad Dynasty and is known for its cultural, economic, and scientific flourishing during what is often referred to as the Islamic Golden Age, significantly shaping the development of Dar al-Islam during this time period.
Abbasid Caliphate
These military conflicts had significant impacts on European society, economy, and culture, as well as on relations between Christians and Muslims, and played a crucial role in shaping the medieval period in Europe.
Crusades
“Why is there so much suffering in the world?” and “Is there a way out of suffering?” According to their teachings, after meditating under a bodhi tree, the prince reached enlightenment and became known as the (translated variously as “Awakened One” or “Enlightened One”). This is associated to what religion?
Buddhism
Arabic term that means the "house of Islam" and that refers to lands under Islamic rule.
Dar-Al-Islam
A series of Muslim dynasties that ruled over large parts of the Indian subcontinent from the late 12th century to the early 16th century. It marked the establishment of Muslim rule in India and played a significant role in the cultural, religious, and political landscape of the region during its time.
Delhi Sultanate
Name THREE of the five pillars of Islam
1. Testimony of Faith (Shahada)
- to be a Muslim, one must believe in one God and Angel Gabriel.
2. Prayer (Sallah)
- Muslims pray 5 times a day to God.
- Estimated times: 4:30am, 1:00pm, 4:30pm, 8:00pm, & 9:45pm.
3. Charity (Zakah)
- Muslims must give 2.5% out of their yearly income to put towards charity.
4. Fasting (Sawn)
- every year, Muslims have to fast a full month called Ramadam. (fast from sunrise to sunset)
5. The Hajj or Pilgrimage
- every year, Muslims travel to the holy city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia.
Traveled throughout Afro-Eurasia using Muslim support through his journey and what he witnessed such as the growth of Sufism in Africa/Middle East
Ibn Battuta