The History of Islam & The Modern Times
This course provides a comprehensive exploration of Islamic and European history, spanning from the Advent of Islam (622 CE) to the modern era. Led by Shaykh Dr. Ridhwan ibn Saleem and featuring guest lecturers from Oxford University and LCI, this course examines the rise and fall of empires, intellectual advancements, and the political, military, and economic shifts that shaped civilisations.
Shaykh Dr Ridhwan ibn Saleem
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What to expect from this course
Divided into four major historical periods, the course covers:
The High Caliphate Period (622-1066): The rise of the Caliphate as the world’s greatest empire
The Middle Period (1066-1500): The fragmentation of Islamic rule into sultanates and emirates
The Gunpowder Period (1500-1707): The rise of the Ottoman, Mughal, and Safavid empires
The European Age (1707-present): The decline of Islamic global dominance and the emergence of Western superpowers
The course analyses key historical personalities, events, and processes, providing a deep understanding of the past to contextualise the present global order.
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