Category: History of Islam

A Glimpse of Muslim Spain

History of Islam

A Glimpse of Muslim Spain

By Dean Derhak     When you think of European culture, one of the first things that may come to your mind is the renaissance.  Many of the roots of European culture can be traced...

The spread of Islam in China

History of Islam

The spread of Islam in China

By Mohammed Khamouch Sad and his deputation brought presents and were warmly received at the royal court by the T’ang Emperor Kao-tsung, (r. 650-683) in c.651 CE, despite a recent plea of support against...

Islam in the Empire of Mali

History of Islam

Islam in the Empire of Mali

The influence of Islam in Mali dates back to the 15th century when Al-Bakri mentions the conversion of its ruler to Islam.  There was a miserable period of drought which came to an end...

The Empire of Ghana

History of Islam

The Empire of Ghana

Muslim geographers and historians have provided excellent records of Muslim rulers and peoples in Africa. Among them are Al-Khwarzimi, Ibn Munabbah, Al-Masudi, Al-Bakri, Abul Fida, Yaqut, Ibn Batutah, Ibn Khaldun, Ibn Fadlallah al-’Umari, Mahmud...

The Prophet in Madinah

History of Islam / Prophet Muhammad

The Prophet in Madinah

The Prophet in Madinah The news about the Prophets (peace be upon him) departure from Makkah had already spread fast. Eagerly expecting his arrival, the Ansaars used to go out after morning prayers to...