1. Chapter 9 Lesson 3: Islamic Civilization
Unit 1: Christianity, Judaism, and Islam

2. “Taking Notes” Categorizing Info
Upper Class
Slaves
Women
As you read, use a table like this one to identify the characteristics of the Upper Class, Slaves, and Women in the Islamic world.

3. Prosperity in the Islamic World - Trade
China
Silk Oranges
Porcelain
India/Southeast Asia
Sandalwood Spices
Rice Textiles
Egypt and Africa
Gold Slaves Sorghum
Grain Ivory
Mesopotamia
Linens Precious Stones
Dates

4. Prosperity in the Islamic World
In what ways did trade help expand the reach of Islam?
How did the unique structures of Islamic cities demonstrate the prosperity of these cities?

5. Visual Skills – Analyzing Maps
Using the map on pg. 216 “Trade in Southwest Asia A.D.
When did Muslim traders begin trading with northern Europe?
How far north did the Muslim traders go?
Where would a trader go to get jewels?
Geography Connection:
What trade city was known for its sandalwood?
Through what cities would a merchant traveling from Damascus to Cologne be likely to pass?

6. Islamic Society
Islamic teachings extended beyond the worship of Allah to living a certain kind of life.
What was the social structure of the Islamic Empire?
Where did enslaved persons come from?
What kinds of services did enslaved persons perform?
How did Islamic law protect enslaved persons?

7. Background Knowledge Arab women wore veils before the time of Islam.
Three different terms for the veils:
Hijab – general term, but specifically a headscarf covering the face and neck
Chador – cloak that covers the whole body, headscarf worn underneath
Burka – a veil that completely covers the face and body.

8. Background Knowledge
Religious headdresses

9. Philosophy, Science, and History
During the period from A.D., Europe was enduring the “Dark Ages,”
The Roman Empire had disintegrated in the West
Learning in Europe had stagnated
Knowledge of Greek learning had been lost, to a great extent.
How did Arab scholarship help resurrect European learning?

10. Philosophy, Science, and History
Al-Khwārizmī, a Muslim mathematician and astronomer.
Born in Baghdad around 780 A.D.
Worked in the House of Wisdom
The title of his most famous book included the expression al-jabr.
12th Century Latin translation, the word became algebra.

11. Literature, Art, and Architecture
Aniconism
Iconophile

12. Honors: Close and Reflect
How did Islam influence trade?
How did it influence society and social behavior?
How did Islam influence knowledge and learning?
How did it influence art and architecture?
Evaluating: Consider how Islam influenced all aspects of life for Muslims. Answer all of the following questions in a paragraph (6-8 complete sentences).