Episodes
Wednesday Aug 14, 2013
EP.23--History: The Turbulent Times of the Third Caliph Uthman
Wednesday Aug 14, 2013
Wednesday Aug 14, 2013
This episode discusses the rule of Uthman ibn Affan (644-656). While continuing to be successful on the external front, Uthman faced dissent and rebellion on the internal side.
Sources and Further Reading:
The History of al-Tabari
The Venture of Islam by Marshall G.S. Hodgson
The Early Islamic Conquests by Fred M. Donner
Wednesday Aug 07, 2013
EP.22--History: Abu Bakr, Umar, and the Arab Conquests
Wednesday Aug 07, 2013
Wednesday Aug 07, 2013
After Muhammad's death in 632 CE, the question of the leadership of the community will prove to be a serious challenge for Muhammad's followers. Nevertheless, within a few decades, the Arab armies will be in control of Iraq, Iran, Syria, Egypt, North Africa, Spain, Central Asia, and the Indian Subcontinent, and will establish a large empire.
Sources and Further Reading:
The History of al-Tabari
The Venture of Islam by Marshall G.S. Hodgson
The Early Islamic Conquests by Fred M. Donner
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