University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Abu Ali Al Husain Ibn Abdallah Ibn Sina (Avicenna)
Good article on Ibn Sina (Avicenna), who is known for his scholarly studies and contributions to several academic fields and his written works, which include an autobiography. This article focuses on his influences in the areas of math...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Visualizing Islam
Islam is the youngest of the three Semitic religions; however, it is the second largest religion in the world. The impact of Islam on national and international politics creates a need for learners to discover how and why this religion...
Islami City
Islami City: Mohammad Ibn Zakariya Al Razi
This site provides a biography of Islamic physician, al-Razi, also an alchemist and philosopher, famous for his contributions to several areas of science.
Islami City
Islami City: Ibn Rushd
Brief biography of Ibn Rushd, a Muslim scholar who made contributions to many fields of study, including astronomy, philosophy, music, and medicine.
Islami City
Islami city.com: Seljuk Turks
This site provides a brief description of the origin and culture of the Seljuk Turks.
InterKnowledge Corp.
Exploring Mali
A very brief, yet informative page in which you will find an overview of Mali, its location, geography and climate, history and people.
BBC
Bbc News: Muslim Veils
Graphics, illustrations, and descriptions of different types of veils worn by Muslim females including the hijab, the niqab, the burka, the as-amira, the shayla, the khimar, and the chador.
Friesian School
Friesian School: Sultans of Delhi
This resource provides a brief history of past sultans as well as maps and a complete list.
Other
Abu Al Nasr Al Farabi (870 950 a.d.)
Biographical information about al-Farabi, an Islamic philosopher and scientist who "acquired great proficiency in various branches of learning and is reported to have been an expert in different languages."
Other
The Astrolabe: Home Page
This site provides a very general overview of astrolabe principles with links to other pages for more detailed information.
Other
Islamic Kids: Prophet Musa (Moses)
Good article about Moses, a prophet of Islam. Summarizes his life as discussed in the Qur'an: his life in the house of the Pharoah, the accidental murder of the Egyptian man, his miracles, and his prophethood. Includes many quotes from...
Other
Islamic Kids: Prophet Isa (Jesus)
Discussion on the life and deeds of the prophet Jesus according to Islamic tradition and the Qur'an. Includes several quotes from the Holy Qur'an and is useful for comparative study of Christianity and Islam in terms of their opinions on...
University of Calgary
U. Of Calgary: The Islamic World to 1600, Al Farabi
Article provides a brief article on the Islamic philosopher, Al-Farabi, whose work influenced the Islamic philosophers who followed him, particularly Ibn Sina and Ibn Rushd.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Al Farabi,avincenna, Averroe
This is an essay on the role of philosophy in Islam according to Al-Farabi, Avicenna, and Averroes, who are Islamic philosophers and writers from the Middle Ages.
Other
Islam 101: Chronology of Crusades
Timeline of the major events of the Christian crusades from 1095 to 1291 A.D.
Curated OER
Islamic History in Arabia and Middle East: The Abbasids
This website discusses the many great accomplishments and advances that occurred during the Abbasid period. Talks about their accomplishments in literature and agriculture during this time.
Curated OER
Islamic History in Arabia and Middle East: The Abbasids
This website discusses the many great accomplishments and advances that occurred during the Abbasid period. Talks about their accomplishments in literature and agriculture during this time.
Curated OER
Islamic History in Arabia and Middle East: The Abbasids
This website discusses the many great accomplishments and advances that occurred during the Abbasid period. Talks about their accomplishments in literature and agriculture during this time.
Curated OER
Islami city.com: Islamic History Islam in Spain
This site gives a history of the building and growth of Islamic civilization in Spain as well as the problems faced by the Muslims as Christian resistance grew and the Inquisition took place.
Curated OER
Islami city.com: Islamic History Islam in Spain
This site gives a history of the building and growth of Islamic civilization in Spain as well as the problems faced by the Muslims as Christian resistance grew and the Inquisition took place.
Curated OER
Islami city.com: Islamic History Islam in Spain
This site gives a history of the building and growth of Islamic civilization in Spain as well as the problems faced by the Muslims as Christian resistance grew and the Inquisition took place.
Curated OER
Islami city.com: The Five Pillars of Islam
This website provides basic information on each of the Five Pillars of Islam, "the framework of the Muslim Life" - faith, prayer, "zakat," fast, and pilgrimage.
Curated OER
Islami city.com: The Five Pillars of Islam
This website provides basic information on each of the Five Pillars of Islam, "the framework of the Muslim Life" - faith, prayer, "zakat," fast, and pilgrimage.
Curated OER
Islami city.com: The Five Pillars of Islam
This website provides basic information on each of the Five Pillars of Islam, "the framework of the Muslim Life" - faith, prayer, "zakat," fast, and pilgrimage.