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New Advent

Catholic Encyclopedia: Theocracy

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed encyclopedia entry about the origins of theocracy. The Catholic Encyclopedia takes a Judeo-Christian perspective in tracing this history and does not comment on Muslim or other theocracies. Please note that The Catholic...
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Other

Personal Site: Inter Religious Attitude

For Students 9th - 10th
A long essay from this personal site detailing Hinduism's tolerance of other religions and downplaying Hindu-Muslim tension in present-day India. Claims that Hindu India has always been a sanctuary for oppressed members of other...
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Encyclopedia Britannica

Encyclopedia Britannica: Elijah Muhammad

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry from Encyclopedia Britannica features Elijah Muhammad, the leader of the black separatist religious movement known as the Nation of Islam (sometimes called Black Muslims) in the United States.
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Siteseen

Siteseen: American Historama: Guantanamo Bay Detention Camp

For Students 9th - 10th
Detailed facts and an overview of the Guantanamo Bay detention camp established in January 2002 by President George W. Bush to house Muslim militants and suspected Al-Qaeda and Taliban terrorists.
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Syracuse University

Syracuse University: The Conquests of Islam

For Students 9th - 10th
This map illustrates the Islamic conquests from 622AD to 740AD in the two centuries following Mohammed's death.
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Islami City

Islami city.com: Seljuk Turks

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a brief description of the origin and culture of the Seljuk Turks.
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Later Islamic Empires Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Eleven multiple choice question quiz is immediately scored and provides review of Islamic Empires.
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Friesian School

Friesian School: Sultans of Delhi

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a brief history of past sultans as well as maps and a complete list.
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Islamic Kids: Prophet Musa (Moses)

For Students 9th - 10th
Good article about Moses, a prophet of Islam. Summarizes his life as discussed in the Qur'an: his life in the house of the Pharoah, the accidental murder of the Egyptian man, his miracles, and his prophethood. Includes many quotes from...
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Islamic Kids: Prophet Isa (Jesus)

For Students 9th - 10th
Discussion on the life and deeds of the prophet Jesus according to Islamic tradition and the Qur'an. Includes several quotes from the Holy Qur'an and is useful for comparative study of Christianity and Islam in terms of their opinions on...
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University of Calgary

U. Of Calgary: The Islamic World to 1600, Al Farabi

For Students 9th - 10th
Article provides a brief article on the Islamic philosopher, Al-Farabi, whose work influenced the Islamic philosophers who followed him, particularly Ibn Sina and Ibn Rushd.
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Internet History Sourcebooks Project

Fordham University: Medieval Sourcebook: Al Farabi,avincenna, Averroe

For Students 9th - 10th
This is an essay on the role of philosophy in Islam according to Al-Farabi, Avicenna, and Averroes, who are Islamic philosophers and writers from the Middle Ages.
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Other

The Place of Prophet Ibrahim, Christianity and Judaism

For Students 9th - 10th
This website briefly explains the role of the prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) in three religions: Islam, Christianity, and Judaism. Provides "basic information about him from the three perspectives" with quotes from the Qur'an, Bible, and...
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University of Georgia

University of Georgia: Islam and Islamic Studies Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
A comprehensive collection of primary and secondary resources for analyzing Islam and Islamic studies.
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Mariners' Museum and Park

Mariners' Museum: Education: Arab Exploration: Ibn Buttuta

For Students 9th - 10th
This resources provides brief biography of Ibn Buttuta, the Arab traveler who covered over 75,000 miles during the fourteenth century. Link to map of his voyages provided.
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Ministry of Education and Employment of Spain

Si Spain: The Discovery of America

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource describes the political events that preceded the Spanish to support efforts by Christopher Columbus to head west across the Atlantic.
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Islami City

Islami City: Islam in Spain

For Students 9th - 10th
An account of the history of Islam in Spain.
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Lonely Planet

Lonely Planet: Jordan

For Students 9th - 10th
For a nice, concise overview of the culture of Jordan, visit this site. Also provides information on history and geography of the country.
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Afghanistan Unveiled (Lessons on Women's Roles in Afghanistan)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Go directly to two lesson plans developed for a PBS documentary about the lives of women in Afghanistan filmed by Afghan journalism trainees. Use the lessons to have learners examine women's roles under the Taliban, new opportunities for...
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Ulama

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the Ulama is found in this encyclopedia article. Read about who they are and what their roles are. The article also discusses their loss of influence in the second half of the 20th century
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University of Pittsburgh

Nasreddin Hodja Tales of the Turkish Trickster

For Students 9th - 10th
Known throughout the Islamic world, Nasreddin tales feature a wise man with a biting wit and more than one trick or lesson up his sleeve. Learn about him on this site and read a selection of short tales, anecdotes, and jokes.
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Islam Quiz (1)

For Students 9th - 10th
10-question quiz is immediately scored and tests your comprehension of Islamic culture.
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Islam Quiz (2)

For Students 9th - 10th
Nine multiple choice question quiz is immediately scored and tests your comprehension of Islamic culture.
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History Teacher

Historyteacher.net: Global Studies: Hinduism Quiz

For Students 9th - 10th
Ten multiple choice question quiz is immediately scored and provides review of Hinduism.

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