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Explore the influence of Islam from 600-1000, including Muhammad's revelations, the Quran, and the impact on society. Learn about key figures like Muhammad and Khadija, and the evolution of Islamic beliefs and practices. Assignment questions and map skills included.
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History of the Ancient and Medieval WorldThe Rise of Islam: 600-1000 Walsingham Academy Mrs. McArthur Room 111
“Heirs” to Roman Empire600-1000 • Byzantine Empire (Russia) • Muslim Empire • Germanic Kingdoms
Assignment 1 • Read text, pp. 304-306 • Identify blue-bold terms • How does the belief that priests are not required to mediate between people and God affect the importance and use of the Quran? • Map Skills (due Thurs. 1/29) Reminder to Book Club Members: You should be reading!!!!
Messenger of God • Who approached Muhammad? • What did the angel want of Muhammad? • Why was Muhammad surprised to be called as a prophet? • Who was Khadija and why was she important to Islam? • What does “Islam” mean? • What was the hijra? Why was it a turning point? • How did Muhammad change the Kaaba? • Why might merchants be concerned about Muhammad’s words?
Assignment 2 • Read text, pp. 308-309 • Identify blue-bold terms • Answer questions, pp. 308, Comprehension and Critical Thinking, #3-6 • Answer questions, pp. 309, ThinkingCritically, #1-3 • Map Skills, cont. Reminder to Book Club Members: You should be reading!!!!
Islam: A Way of Life • Do Muslims believe that Muhammad wrote the Quran? • According to the excerpt in your text, what is the purpose of the verses included? • What is the first requirement for righteousness? • What event does Ramadan commemorate? • What do believers do during Ramadan? • What other religions include fasting or physical deprivations? Why such a tradition? • How did the status of women evolve within the teachings and practices of Islam? (What does the picture in your text on pp 308 suggest?)
Assignment 3 • Read text, pp. 310 - top of 314 • Identify blue-bold terms • Answer 3 Checkpoint questions. • Complete Map Skills Reminder to Book Club Members: You should be reading!!!!
Assignment 4 Quest: Byzantium and Islam Sources to Study: Readings Maps Lectures Discussion Format: Multiple Choice, map skills, critical thinking Reminder to Book Club Members: You should be reading!!!!
Celebrate Service! In honor of Catholic Schools Week, no homework this weekend!