PBS
Pbs: Roles of Women in Islamic Societies
Provides details on the role women play in the Islamic Middle East. The article argues that women do have rights going back to the time of Muhammad and they have exercised those rights. In addition, women had played roles as both...
National Institutes of Health
Nat'l Library of Medicine: Islamic Culture and the Medical Arts: Greek Influence
This site details Greek and other influences on Islamic medicine and includes illustrations of Arabic translations of earlier texts. Mentions The House of Wisdom (Bayt al-Hikmah) and its origins.
New York Times
New York Times: Evolution of Islam
Interactive media timeline that gives a brief description of Islam, the spread of Islam, the different Islamic groups, and the conflict in the Middle East.
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Routledge Encyclopedia: Greek Philosophy: Impact on Islamic Philosophy
This article is a discussion of the Greek-Hellenistic philosophy within the Islamic world. Early Islamic philosophers shunned the influence of Greek philosophy; however, over time that view began to change. Certain philosophers hailed...
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Routledge Encyclopedia of Philosophy: Islam, Concept of Philosophy
Learn about the development of Islamic philosophy. Discover its origins and the differences between falsafa and hikma, otherwise referred to as the various schools of thought within Islamic philosophy. Peripatetic philosophy is discussed...
American University
American University: Arab Spice Trade and Spread of Islam: Spice Case
A paper which deals with the premise that the spice trade led to the spread of Islam. Also discusses why spices were an important trade commodity.
National Institutes of Health
National Library of Medicine: Islamic Culture and the Medical Arts: Al Razi
Short biography of al-Razi, an Islamic "physician learned in philosophy as well as music and alchemy." Includes images of excerpts from his written works.
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Los Angeles County Museum of Art: Islamic Art: Early Medieval Period: Art
Combining innovative styles, techniques, and forms with previously conceived ones, early medieval art is often marked by strong regional characteristics. Compared with early Islamic art, works of art from this period make much greater...
Los Angeles County Museum of Art
Los Angeles County Museum of Art: Islamic Art: Late Medieval Period: Art
Fostered by the Mongol invasions of the mid-thirteenth century, and inculcated with a new taste, especially for Chinese designs and motifs, a new style of art was disseminated throughout Islamic lands. This was a time of brilliant...
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Carnegie Endowment for Intl Peace: Jordan & Its Islamic Movement [Pdf]
An examination of the Islamic Action Front and how it has gained political legitimacy even though it is opposed to the current governmental system of the country. Requires Adobe Reader. [PDF] (November 2006)
Wikimedia
Wikipedia: Islamic Architecture
A Wikipedia entry on Islamic architecture with information on typical elements of Islamic style, common interpretations, influences, and links to related topics.
Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Israel Mfa: Temples of Jerusalem in Islam
This site from the Israel Ministry of Foreign Affairs provides an article which discusses the role of the Temples of Jerusalem in the religion Islam and whether or not they existed. This argument has been used in the negotiations between...
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Islamic Arts and Architecture: Calligraphy
Explains the central role of calligraphy in Islamic art and architecture. Includes numerous illustrations of various writing styles and information about the development of calligraphy in the Islamic world.
Independence Hall Association
U.s. History: Malcolm X Amd the Nation of Islam
A brief biography of a leader for black power, Malcolm X. Read about his early life and conversion to the Nation of Islam. Find out what his goals were for blacks in America, and see how the means to the end was different from Martin...
Library of Congress
Loc: Islamic Manuscripts From Mali
Library of Congress site features 32 Islamic manuscripts in Arabic from Timbukti, Mali, and West Africa.
Internet History Sourcebooks Project
Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: The Early Islamic Conquests
Fordham University provides this site that contains a chapter from the book "Early Islamic Conquests" by Fred Donner. This site includes discussion of the taxes that were levied in countries conquered by the Muslims and how they were...
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Islam and Eschatology
A brief explanation of the end of the world according to Islamic beliefs accompanied by several ahadith (the sayings of Muhammad) which confirm and discuss this topic.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe World History: The World of Islam, 600 1500
This overview of a textbook chapter on "The World of Islam," gives information on the period from 600-1500 A.D. Information is given on the culture and civilization of the period, and the dynasties and rule during the period are given an...
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Islam Project: Muhammad, Islam, and the World: An Overview
A succinct summary of the beliefs of Islam, the life of the Muhammad, the spread of Islam, and the relationship of Muslims to society at large.
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Islamic Net: Kids Color Books
A collection of printable coloring pages with images and text based on Islamic beliefs and customs.
The History Cat
The History Cat: Islamic Arts and Literature
An introduction to the art and literature that were produced during the Islamic Golden Age. A brief look at Islamic calligraphy, mosaics, geometric designs, and the story behind the 1001 Tales of the Arabian Nights.
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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...
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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...
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