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World Digital Library: Arabic and Islamic Science

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the influence of the Arab and Islamic world in mathematics, astronomy, medicine, and technology in this article.
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World Digital Library: Astronomy: Reaching for the Stars

For Students 9th - 10th
In this article the contributions of the Islamic world to our knowledge of astronomy is discussed.
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World Digital Library: Historical and Political Background: Mecca and Medina

For Students 9th - 10th
An article exploring the history of the spread of Islam as the Muslims emigrated from Mecca to Medina.
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Dharma Universe: The Real Akbar

For Students 9th - 10th
This article surveys emperor Akbar, who put the Mughal empire on a firm and stable footing, with a reliable revenue system and with expansion of its borders deeper into Indian heartland.