Geography
What are caravans?
A way of trading, with large groups of people
Who was a very famous prophet that was born in Mecca?
The prophet, Muhammad
Who are the Quraysh
Before the arrival of Islam, the politics of Mecca were controlled by this powerful tribe, to which Prophet Muhammad belonged.
What is trading?
Trading is the art of giving things other than money for something in return
Pre-Islamic poets were expected to show these two main virtues, often praised in their poetry.
Courage and generosity
What were some scarce resources in Mecca?
Water, livestock, vegetation, minerals, metals, and fuel
What is the Quran?
The holy book or Bible of the Islam religion
Bonus points: it was made in Mecca!
Who is Abu Talib?
This uncle of Prophet Muhammad was a key political leader who protected him, although he never officially converted to Islam.
What are the 2 most popular traded items in Mecca?
Salt and gold (silver is ok too)
What is the Kaaba?
The holy shrine in Mecca for polytheistic idols
Mecca is located in what country?
Saudi Arabia
What is the name of the god Islams worship?
The Allah
What are Al-Sadiq
Before his prophet hood, Muhammad was given these two titles by the people of Mecca due to his honesty in local trade and politics.
What is the hospitality industry?
When people are kind enough to host someone and give them food/water
How did the social structure of early Mecca work?
It was a competitive tribal battle between people who thought they'd be best at ruling
What was the climate in Mecca?
Hot, arid desert environment with limited water resources
Where Islams Monotheistic or Polytheistic?
Polytheistic
Who is Abu Sufyan?
This man, often known for opposing the early Muslims, was the key political leader of the Quraysh in Mecca during the Battle of Uhud.
What are nomadic traders?
What was the role of women?
The pre-Islamic society was highly patriarchal, and in some contexts, women's rights were extremely limited, with reports of harsh social practices.
What is the Well of Zamzam?
The sacred, water-producing well that is a central feature of early Meccas geography
What is the name of the cave Muhammad received his first revelation (sign from god)?
Cave Hira
What is the Hijra?
In 622 CE, the Muslims left Mecca to escape political persecution, a journey known as this
What are treaties?
They are agreements or exchanges between two cities/empire/country/state...etc
Who are the Quraysh?
A powerful tribe led by figures like Abu Sufyan, it controlled Mecca