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Prior to the advent of Islam, what was the period in Arab history commonly known as?
Prior to the advent of Islam, what was the period in Arab history commonly known as?
Which of these locations did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) travel to as a merchant before receiving his message?
Which of these locations did Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) travel to as a merchant before receiving his message?
In what year did the Muslims migrate from Mecca to Medina?
In what year did the Muslims migrate from Mecca to Medina?
What was the initial reaction of the Sasanian Governor to Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) message?
What was the initial reaction of the Sasanian Governor to Prophet Muhammad's (PBUH) message?
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Who did the Prophet send a letter to, that resulted in the acceptance of Islam?
Who did the Prophet send a letter to, that resulted in the acceptance of Islam?
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Around what year did the battle of Dibba take place, leading to the acceptance of Islam in the region?
Around what year did the battle of Dibba take place, leading to the acceptance of Islam in the region?
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Who dispatched soldiers to reinforce the Al Julanda tribe in the battle of Dibba?
Who dispatched soldiers to reinforce the Al Julanda tribe in the battle of Dibba?
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The first century of Islamic history was characterized by what aspect?
The first century of Islamic history was characterized by what aspect?
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What is the architectural layout of hypostyle mosques characterized by?
What is the architectural layout of hypostyle mosques characterized by?
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Who commissioned the construction of the Dome of the Rock?
Who commissioned the construction of the Dome of the Rock?
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What significant event does Isra’ wa al-Miraj commemorate?
What significant event does Isra’ wa al-Miraj commemorate?
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Which mosque is the oldest in continuous use in the UAE?
Which mosque is the oldest in continuous use in the UAE?
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What is the relevance of the qibla wall in a mosque?
What is the relevance of the qibla wall in a mosque?
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In what field did Ahmed bin Majid specialize?
In what field did Ahmed bin Majid specialize?
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Which of the following describes the lowest type of navigator?
Which of the following describes the lowest type of navigator?
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Which feature distinguishes the Dome of the Rock?
Which feature distinguishes the Dome of the Rock?
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Study Notes
UAE Social Studies - Unit 3, Lesson 1
- Lesson Objectives: To explain the spread of Islam and Islamic civilization in the Lower Gulf region of Arabia; to understand how towns and ports developed along the Arabian Gulf coast and interior trade routes; to analyze the life of Ahmed bin Majid as a navigator.
The Rise of Islamic Civilization in the UAE
- In the late pre-Islamic period (Jahaliyya), Arab merchants traded with empires in the Arabian Peninsula.
- Prophet Muhammad was a merchant who travelled to Damascus and back to Mecca before receiving the message of Islam.
- After the revelation of Islam, he taught its principles to the new Muslim community.
- In 622 CE, Muslims left Mecca for Medina, and Islam spread through the Arabian Peninsula.
- Followers travelled to other parts of Arabia, Ethiopia, Egypt, Syria, and beyond.
- Islam spread to the UAE during the Prophet Muhammad's lifetime (630 CE/9 AH).
- A letter to the Sasanian Governor in Eastern Arabia about accepting Islam was rejected.
- A message was sent successfully to the leaders of the Al Julanda tribe.
- Islam was quickly adopted by coastal communities in the UAE.
Ahmed bin Majid
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A famous 15th-century Arab navigator.
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Born in Julfar (now in Ras Al Khaimah), in 1432 CE.
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Specialized in celestial navigation (using astrolabes, protractors, and calculators to determine latitude).
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Wrote "Kitab al-Fawa'id fi usul al-bahr wa'l-qawa'id" (Book on the rules of Sea Navigation).
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His book describes lands, oceans, and seas as seen in 1490.
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This quiz covers Unit 3, Lesson 1 of UAE Social Studies, focusing on the spread of Islam and the development of Islamic civilization in the Lower Gulf region of Arabia. It highlights key historical figures like Ahmed bin Majid and the significance of trade routes along the Arabian Gulf coast. Test your knowledge on the early Islamic community and its expansion.
