Ethiopian History: Solomonic Dynasty Quiz

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What did the rulers of the 'Solomonic' Dynasty claim?

  • They were descendants of the last king of Aksum and legitimate to take over state power from the Zagwe dynasty (correct)
  • They were descendants of the Zagwe dynasty and hence legitimate to take over state power from the 'illegitimate' rulers
  • They were descendants of the last king of Aksum but had no right to take over state power from the Zagwe dynasty
  • They had no historical connection with the last king of Aksum or the Zagwe dynasty

Why is the name 'Restoration' placed in quotation marks?

  • Because it is a historically proven claim
  • Because it signifies a significant event in Ethiopian history
  • Because it is a legendary claim with no historical evidence (correct)
  • Because it is a name associated with the Zagwe dynasty

Why is the name 'Solomonic' placed in quotation marks?

  • Because it signifies a significant event in Ethiopian history
  • Because it is a legendary claim with no historical evidence (correct)
  • Because it is a name associated with the Zagwe dynasty
  • Because it is a historically proven lineage

What did the Kibre Negest claim about Ethiopian ruling class descent?

<p>Descended from the line of Menilek I, son of Queen of Sheba and King Solomon (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What caused political instability following the end of Yikuno-Amlak's reign?

<p>Constant power struggles among his sons and grandsons for succession (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To whom did Yegba-Tsion write a letter reflecting the existence of power struggles for succession?

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During which reign was a 'royal prison' established at Amba-Gishen?

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Where was the 'royal prison' located?

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Who destroyed Amba-Gishen and when?

<p>Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Al-Ghazi in 1540 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To which region did the center of the dynasty gradually shift southward?

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Who was the first 'Solomonic' King?

<p>Amde-Tsion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were Emperor Amde-Tsion's main motives for territorial expansion?

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Which territories did Amde-Tsion's army expand into around 1323/4?

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To whom did Amde-Tsion give Enderta to consolidate control of the Christian state?

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'Enterprise' refers to the flow of what to the coast following major routes?

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What was the first permanent capital established after coming to power, by Yikuno-Amlak?

<p>Lake Haiq (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the rulers of the 'Solomonic' Dynasty claim?

<p>Descent from the Queen of Sheba (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the name 'Solomonic' placed in quotation marks?

<p>To indicate it is a legendary claim (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the Kibre Negest claim about Ethiopian ruling class descent?

<p>Descended from the line of Menilek I (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which reign was a 'royal prison' established at Amba-Gishen?

<p>Yegba-Tsion (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What caused political instability following the end of Yikuno-Amlak's reign?

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Who was the first 'Solomonic' King?

<p>Yikuno-Amlak (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which reign was the 'royal prison' established at Amba-Gishen?

<p>Widim-Ra’ad (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who destroyed Amba-Gishen and when?

<p>Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Al-Ghazi in 1540 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did the rulers of the 'Solomonic' Dynasty claim?

<p>Descent from King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is the name 'Restoration' placed in quotation marks?

<p>To indicate that it was not a true restoration (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the first permanent capital established after coming to power, by Yikuno-Amlak?

<p>Menz (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What caused political instability following the end of Yikuno-Amlak's reign?

<p>Succession problem (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Enterprise' refers to the flow of what to the coast following major routes?

<p>Trade goods (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the first 'Solomonic' King?

<p>'Yikuno-Amlak' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were Emperor Amde-Tsion's main motives for territorial expansion?

<p>Control of trade routes and seizure of territories (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To whom did Amde-Tsion give Enderta to consolidate control of the Christian state?

<p>His wife, Bilen-Saba (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

'Solomonic' Dynasty Claims

They claimed descent from the last Aksumite king, giving them legitimacy over the Zagwe dynasty.

'Restoration' Significance

It is used in quotation marks because the claim of restoring a previous dynasty lacks historical proof.

'Solomonic' Significance

It is used with quotation marks to show that the Solomonic Dynasty is linked to legendary claims, not necessarily direct lineage.

Kibre Negest Claim

It asserts that the Ethiopian ruling class descended from Menilek I, the son of Queen of Sheba and King Solomon.

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Post Yikuno-Amlak Instability

Constant struggles among Yikuno-Amlak's sons and grandsons over who would succeed him, leading to instability.

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Yegba-Tsion's Letter

Yegba-Tsion's letter shows the power struggles for succession, highlighting a turbulent political environment.

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Amba-Gishen Origins

The 'royal prison' at Amba-Gishen was established during the reign of Widim-Ra’ad.

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Amba-Gishen Location

The 'royal prison' was located in Wollo.

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Amba-Gishen Destruction

Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Al-Ghazi destroyed Amba-Gishen in 1540.

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Dynasty's Shift

The center of the dynasty moved southward to Amhara region.

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First 'Solomonic' King

Amde-Tsion was the first 'Solomonic' King.

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Amde-Tsion's Expansion

Amde-Tsion expanded for political and economic reasons.

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Amde-Tsion's Territory

Amde-Tsion's army expanded into the territory of Awi around 1323/4.

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Enderta's Overseer

Amde-Tsion gave Enderta to the 'Solomonic' Queen, consolidating control of the Christian state.

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'Enterprise' Meaning

'Enterprise' refers to the flow of commodities to the coast following major routes.

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Yikuno-Amlak's Capital

Lake Haiq was the first permanent capital established by Yikuno-Amlak after coming to power.

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'Solomonic' Claim

They claimed to be descendants of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba.

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'Solomonic' Caveat

It is a legendary claim, not historically proven.

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Kibre Negest Lineage

The Ethiopian ruling class originates from Menilek I's lineage.

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Amba-Gishen Beginning

The 'royal prison' was established during Yegba-Tsion's reign.

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Yikuno-Amlak's Trouble

Problems regarding who would take over the throne after Yikuno-Amlak.

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First 'Solomonic' Ruler

Yikuno-Amlak was the first 'Solomonic' King.

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Royal Prison Founding

The 'royal prison' Amba-Gishen, was established in Widim-Ra’ad's reign.

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Amba-Gishen's End

In 1540, Imam Ahmad Ibrahim Al-Ghazi demolished Amba-Gishen.

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'Solomonic' Claim

They asserted they were descendants of King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba.

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'Restoration' Meaning

It indicates the 'restoration' was not a genuine reinstatement.

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First Capital Under Yekuno Amlak

The first permanent capital by Yekuno Amlak was Menz.

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Succession Problems

There was infighting and uncertainty about who would succeed him as ruler.

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'Enterprise' Definition

'Enterprise' refers to the trade goods flowing to the coast.

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First 'Solomonic' King

The first 'Solomonic' King was 'Yikuno-Amlak'.

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Study Notes

The 'Solomonic' Dynasty

  • Rulers of the 'Solomonic' Dynasty claimed to be descendants of the biblical King Solomon and Queen of Sheba.
  • The name 'Solomonic' is placed in quotation marks because it is a disputed title, as the dynasty's connection to King Solomon is not historical fact.

Kibre Negest

  • The Kibre Negest claimed that the Ethiopian ruling class descended from the biblical King Solomon and Queen of Sheba.

Yikuno-Amlak's Reign

  • Yikuno-Amlak was the first 'Solomonic' King.
  • The first permanent capital established after coming to power was Tegot.
  • Political instability followed the end of Yikuno-Amlak's reign due to power struggles for succession.

Royal Prison

  • A 'royal prison' was established at Amba-Gishen during the reign of Yegba-Tsion.
  • Amba-Gishen was located in the north of Ethiopia.
  • The 'royal prison' was destroyed by Emperor Amde-Tsion in 1333.

Territorial Expansion

  • Emperor Amde-Tsion's main motives for territorial expansion were to consolidate control of the Christian state and spread Christianity.
  • Amde-Tsion's army expanded into the territories of Dawaro, Fetegar, and Hadiya around 1323/4.
  • Amde-Tsion gave Enderta to his brother, Sabr Ad-Din, to consolidate control of the Christian state.

Enterprise

  • 'Enterprise' refers to the flow of goods and trading activities to the coast following major routes.

Center of the Dynasty

  • The center of the dynasty gradually shifted southward to the region of Shewa.

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