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Muslims Used the Nilometer to Tax the Ancient Egyptians (Video)
In 639, Arab Muslim forces arrived in Egypt, swiftly gaining control of the Nile and, within two years, the capital, Alexandria. Egypt fell entirely under their dominion. Notably, the first structure they erected was not a place of worship, but a facility for tax assessment, known as the Dialogic.
Robbie Mitchell - 31/10/2023 - 20:00
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The stories of the first faith:Zoroastrianism
... Temple Judaism, Gnosticism, Christianity and Islam.[2] It was gradually marginalized by Islam from the 7th century onwards with the decline of ...
monkeyofstick - 26/05/2015 - 19:04
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The Arabian Nights
... synthesis that marks the cultural and artistic history of Islam. This translation is of the complete text of the Mahdi ...
ancient-origins - 06/02/2016 - 15:11
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The Powerful & Dangerous Janissaries and the Secret Plan to Destroy Them: The Auspicious Event—Part I
... were either bought or captured and forced to convert to Islam. The Janissaries ( yeni-cheri , or “new troops”) ... were either bought or captured and forced to convert to Islam. A 15th-century Janissary drawing by Gentile Bellini. ( ...
Cam Rea - 19/07/2017 - 15:28
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More Ancient Mysterious Stone Structures Found in Saudi Arabia
The pre-Islamic history of Saudi Arabia has been little researched, and it is only in recent years that archaeologists have begun to investigate the country’s vast deserts.
Ed Whelan - 19/08/2020 - 18:39
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The Axis Mundi: Sacred Sites Where Heaven Meets Earth
... the Dome of the Rock on the Temple Mount, Mecca in Islam, and the Black Hills for the Sioux all have in common? ... the Dome of the Rock on the Temple Mount, Mecca in Islam, and the Black Hills for the Sioux all have in common? ...
dhwty - 19/01/2018 - 22:52
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The Queen of Sheba: How A Legend Was Born
... of the Abrahamic faiths, i.e. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In addition to her presence in these three religions, ... of the Abrahamic faiths, i.e. Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In addition to her presence in these three religions, ...
dhwty - 17/01/2020 - 14:02
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Is This the World's Most Contested Religious Site? (Video)
In Jerusalem's Old City lies the Alexa mosque within the Dome of the Rock, a site of profound religious significance. For Jews, it's the Temple Mount, while for Muslims, it's the noble sanctuary.
Robbie Mitchell - 26/09/2023 - 16:58
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What New Archaeological Treasures Have Been Unearthed in the Ancient City of Caesarea?
... the major Abrahamic faiths—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Throw in the original religion at the site, paganism, ... the major Abrahamic faiths—Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Throw in the original religion at the site, paganism, ...
Mark Miller - 11/06/2018 - 21:41
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The Nasrid Dynasty and the Birth of the Alhambra Palace
The Nasrid Dynasty was the last Muslim dynasty on the Iberian Peninsula. The Nasrids ruled over the Emirate of Granada, which was founded during the 13th century.
dhwty - 23/06/2020 - 01:59
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1000-Year-Old Chicken Egg in Israeli Cesspit Dubbed a “Cracking Find”
As part of a salvage dig in advance of the construction of an urban expansion project in Yavne, a city in the Central District of Israel, archaeologists from the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) have come across something unexpected. Discovered cushioned in human waste in an ancient cesspit, they have uncovered a complete 1,000-year-old-egg which has been described as “an extremely rare find.”
Cecilia Bogaard - 10/06/2021 - 22:49
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Philip II Outlawed Arabic to Try to Erase Moorish Heritage in Spain
The reign of Philip II of Spain stands as a pivotal era marked by religious fervor. In 1566, Philip II issued a decree that reverberated across the Iberian Peninsula. This edict not only outlawed the use of the Arabic language, both written and spoken, but also mandated that doors to homes remain open on Fridays to ensure no Muslim Friday prayers were conducted.
Cecilia Bogaard - 25/03/2024 - 13:51
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The Philae Obelisk, Hieroglyphs and Understanding a Vanished Culture
Before the deciphering of Egyptian hieroglyphs, ancient Egypt was shadowy and mysterious with towering monuments, magical names, and an unknown antiquity, though most Western scholars believed that Egyptian civilization was at least older than ancient Greek civilization. What restored the ability to speak across time to the ancient Egyptians was the discovery of two important artifacts: the Rosetta Stone and the Philae Obelisk.
Caleb Strom - 29/07/2017 - 18:50
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A Question of Faith: Is the Tomb of the Legendary King David Really on Mount Zion?
... King David was buried. Jesus is an important prophet of Islam, so the site linked to David was attractive not only for applying Islam as a religion in these lands, but also due to the ...
Natalia Klimczak - 28/12/2016 - 00:58
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The Torah: Its History, Use, and Continued Purpose
... the Jordan River. The Torah in Judaism, Christianity and Islam While the Torah can be read throughout the year, the ... exactly the same as that which is written in Hebrew. In Islam, the Torah is referred to as the Tawrat, and is ... and thus, to the people of the world. Interestingly, in Islam, the Torah is mentioned, a significant number of times, ...
Riley Winters - 15/08/2020 - 01:02
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Top Stories This Week: Arabian Chivalry, Polish Treasures & The Lost City of Lagash
In this top story overview, we highlight our most read articles this week, including a look at the little-known subject of Arabian Chivalry and exploring Lagash, a lost city from Mesopotamia. Among our most popular this week are three breaking news stories – newly-discovered evidence for social beer drinking in the Middle East, the discovery of 1,000-year-old treasures in a Polish tomb, and the finding of an 800-year-old birch bark letter in Russia.
ancient-origins - 16/01/2022 - 22:00
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Mali Manuscripts Rescued and Digitized to Celebrate the Malian Renaissance
Mali has recently been in the news for its decision to oust French troops from its territory. The French were originally summoned to prevent jihadists from taking control over Africa’s eighth-largest country nearly a decade ago. In the midst of this raging battle, thousands of manuscripts were smuggled to safety to escape the wrath of the terrorist groups that are renowned for their all-out assault on historical, social, and cultural artifacts and knowledge.
Sahir - 11/03/2022 - 17:30
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15 Facts About the Moors You've Probably Never Heard
... food and architecture. Though the initial clash between Islam and Christianity was hostile, it ultimately served as a ...
Aleksa Vučković - 19/03/2023 - 17:54
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In Pursuit Of The Shah, The Mongols Discover The West
In 1219, Genghis Khan led his armies into the mighty Khwarazmain Empire (present-day Central Asia, Afghanistan, and Iran) and smashed it. The provocation of this attack was due to the mistreatment of ambassadors and merchants. The Mongols had sent envoys to Shah Ala ad-Din Muhammad II to establish a trade deal and relations, but the Shah and his advisors suspected them of being spies and sent them back. This could very well have been true, given the Mongol nature to scout out areas they had an interest in.
Cam Rea - 11/09/2020 - 20:45
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Malevolent Phantoms, Corpse Brides, and Ancestor Spirits: The Ancient Belief in Ghosts – PART II
... Mexico. ( CC BY-SA 2.0 ) No Such Things as Ghosts in Islam In the Islamic faith there is no such thing as ghosts, ... Carr, PhD. “ Ancient African religions - Christianity, Islam, and other faiths ” 2015. Quatr.us [Online] Available ...
lizleafloor - 17/10/2015 - 00:45