Origins of Islam
This person received revelations from God and founded Islam
Muhammad
Muslim scholars created this branch of mathematics
algebra
These wars were fought between Christians and Muslims over this holy city
Jerusalem
The set of beliefs, values, and practices that define a group of people.
culture
An invention that makes life easier.
technology
The year 622 CE marks an important religious trip in Islamic history.
Muhammad's migration to Medina
This tool, perfected by Muslims, helped improve navigation
the compass
One result of the Crusades was increased persecution of this group in Europe.
the Jews
when ideas, customs, and innovations spread between different cultures through trade
cultural diffusion
The belief in a single God.
monotheism
These are the five basic acts in Islam, considered mandatory by believers.
the Five Pillars of Islam
Muslims made advancements in this field by establishing hospitals and creating medical texts
medicine
The Crusades led Muslims to adopt this military concept from Europeans.
what are permanent armies?
Muslim emphasis on this contributed to their scientific advancements.
education
To take something already made and make it better.
Innovation
This holy book provides the moral and ethical framework for Muslims.
the Qur'an
This instrument developed by Muslims was used for celestial navigation
an astrolabe
This type of exchange occurred between Europeans and Middle Easterners during the Crusades.
cultural exchange
These networks helped spread knowledge and innovation in the Muslim world.
trade routes
To make something new or useful.
adaptation