Articles related to "Caliph"

Expecting parents can select their newborn's name after one of the Caliphs. They were known to be strong and courageous without compromising their faith and humility.

A man acts on his suspisions too hastily causing him to do things for which there is no turning back.

Oberon (The Elf King's Oath), an English romantic fairy opera by Carl M. von Weber: opera plot synopsis, character description and other C.M. von Weber opera information.

Yusuf ibn-Ayyub Salah-al-Din, Saladin, showed an unusual sense of honor and chivalry during the Holy Wars between the Christians and Muslims in 1175.

Shia constitute 10 to 15 percent of Muslims, but are actually a majority around the oil-rich rim of the Persian Gulf.

The Muslim conquest of the Iberian peninsula in 711 seemed complete by 718. But some of their Christian neighbors had other ideas.

From Arabian Nights hero to Disney character, Aladdin went through many transformations in the 18th and through to the 20th century.

Iraq is the historic site of the fight for control of Islam between what is known today as the Sunnis and Shi'ites, the two major branches of the religion.

One of the three requirements for a 'Doctor of the Church' is heroic sanctity.

The empire that Genghis Khan left behind on his death in 1227 stretched from the Caspian Sea to the borders of China and the Golden Horde searched for further conquests.

Egypt's history dates back to about 700,000 years ago as evidenced by the fossils of early man who lived in the region.

Sunni and Shi'a Muslims, sectarian violence, terrorists, and US propaganda have fueled the unrest in the Middle East. Can these separate events be reversed?

Although media reports often draw readers to conclude that Islam demeans and devalues women, the true teachings of Islam give women much respect, honor and rights.

Michael Baigent's latest book is disturbing and thought provoking, questioning the motives and goals of the three great world religions and their role in Armageddon.

Muslim families can now welcome a digital family into their homes as part and parcel of their Islamic education for their children.

Shajarat Al-Durr was no doubt an extraordinary woman. She ruled Egypt during a difficult period of its history when the country came under attack by crusading armies.

Scientists and archeologists have explored the mysteries of the Great Pyramids of Giza in hopes to grasp the meaning left behind by an ancient civilizations gone away.

Birthday, anniversary, special Occasion? Discover who was born on this day and what momentous occasions also took place on this day in history.

The influx of Christian pilgrims in Jerusalem after the Crusades, created problems. The Knights Templar were founded because of a need to protect these these travellers.

Damascus, Syria is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world and home to the Umayyad Mosque, one of the great holy sites of Islam.

The Qur'an is Islam's Holy Book and scripture. Muslims believe that this sacred text is the Word of God, as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the Angel Gabriel.

Prophet Muhammad was surrounded by many comrades. Besides his family and the Caliphs, these companions colour Islamic history with meaningful names for newborn boys.

Although the Reformation (1520-50) was a Christian event affecting mainly central Europe, other factors including Spain and the Muslim nations helped it to succeed

Throughout the centuries many have recognised that the Biblical manuscripts have been altered. The response is an appeal to Divine intervention for a purer text.

The significant influence that Islam has had on modern medicine is largely unknown. Much of European medicine up to the 19th century was based on Islamic medicine

Obama addressed the Muslim nation in an attempt to win hearts and minds. He came closer than any other US President before - yet there is criticism.

Saladin united the Middle East and fought two separate armies of crusaders. He is seen as a great military leader by both the east and the west.

Within the far-flung empire that grew out of the conquests of Islamic armies after the 7th century AD, art, science and scholarship reached brilliant heights.

Within the far-flung empire that grew out of the conquests of Islamic armies after the 7th century AD, art, science and scholarship reached brilliant heights

Choosing a Muslim name for a daughter is exciting - and what better way than to name her after a recognised woman in Islamic history.

Muslim names can be difficult to pronounce and spell. Here is a list of Muslim names from "I" to "Z" that are simple yet meaningful for a newborn baby boy.

Its form and content were standardized to the point of rigidity.

The Moors who ruled Spain in the early Middle Ages left some splendid architecture and townscapes behind them. Here are ten of the best.

Aisha was the youngest and favorite wife of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). A Muslim scholar, she is credited with narrating more than two thousand hadith.

The Islamic lunar calendar has twelve months. How does the Muslim Hijri calendar differ from the Gregorian solar calendar?