Sultanate of Shewa History
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Who overthrew the Makhzumite dynasty of Shewa?

  • Zagwe kingdom
  • Khalid ibn al-Walid
  • Walasma dynasty of Ifat (correct)
  • Kingdom of Damot
  • Which kingdom often engaged in war with the Sultanate of Shewa?

  • Kingdom of Damot (correct)
  • Sultanate of Ifat
  • Makhzumite dynasty
  • Zagwe kingdom
  • Who was the first ruler of the Sultanate of Shewa?

  • Khalid ibn al-Walid (correct)
  • Kingdom of Damot
  • Makhzumite dynasty
  • Walasma dynasty
  • What was the capital of the Sultanate of Shewa?

    <p>Walele</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main reason for the weakening of the Sultanate of Shewa?

    <p>Pressure from the neighbouring Sultanate of Ifat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the ruling dynasty of the Sultanate of Shewa referred to as Makhzumite?

    <p>They claimed descent from the Makhzumi clan of South Arabia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the extent of the Sultanate of Shewa's location?

    <p>From present-day northeastern Shewa to northern Hararghe</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event marked the end of the Sultanate of Shewa?

    <p>Conquest by the Walasma dynasty of Ifat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is known about the relationship between the Sultanate of Shewa and the Zagwe kingdom?

    <p>Their relationship is not clearly known</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led constant campaigns against the Sultanate of Shewa in an attempt to extend their rule over it?

    <p>The Walasma dynasty of Ifat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    The Sultanate of Shewa

    • The Makhzumite dynasty of Shewa was overthrown by Ahmed Gragn.

    Rival Kingdoms

    • The Sultanate of Shewa frequently engaged in war with the Kingdom of Damot.

    Leaders of the Sultanate

    • The first ruler of the Sultanate of Shewa was Malak Zära Yaqob.

    Capital and Geography

    • The capital of the Sultanate of Shewa was Debre Berhan.
    • The Sultanate of Shewa was located in the eastern highlands of Ethiopia.

    Weakening and Decline

    • The Sultanate of Shewa was weakened due to constant wars and power struggles.

    The Makhzumite Dynasty

    • The ruling dynasty of the Sultanate of Shewa is referred to as Makhzumite because it was founded by Makhzumi Harar.

    The End of the Sultanate

    • The Sultanate of Shewa came to an end with the conquest of Ahmed Gragn.

    Relations with Other Kingdoms

    • The Sultanate of Shewa had a rivalry with the Zagwe kingdom, with the two frequently engaging in war.
    • Ahmed Gragn, the leader of the Adal Sultanate, led constant campaigns against the Sultanate of Shewa in an attempt to extend his rule over it.

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    Explore the history and rulers of the Sultanate of Shewa, one of the earliest Muslim Sultanates in the Ethiopian region, with its capital located in Walele. Learn about the ruling Makhzumite dynasty and its expansion from northeastern Shewa to northern Hararghe.

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