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Zaidi: A Look Into Its Meaning & Origins
Zaidi is a sect commonly found in Yemen. They have a unique set of beliefs that makes them the closest Shiite sect to Sunnis in terms of theology. ...
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Why Did the Phoenicians Establish Carthage and How Did Carthage Grow?
The Phoenicians established Carthage to serve as a trading post on the western Mediterranean. The strategic location of Carthage meant that all maj...
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Tunisia History: The Land of Emperors, Saints, and Mystics
Tunisia's history is long and rich, owing to the fact that the territory of modern-day Tunisia was home to many diverse cultures. The recorded hist...
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The Crusaders: Causes and Goals of the Medieval Holy Wars
The crusaders were at the forefront of the holy wars in medieval times. To become a crusader, one had to take a vow, proposed by Pope Urban II on a...
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Mosul: The Historic Northern City of Iraq
Mosul, Iraq is one of the few cities in the Kurdish region that experienced diversity in its ethnic groups over time. The people of this city thriv...
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The Revelation of the Koran and How It Shaped Basic Beliefs in Islam
The Koran, also called Quran or the Qur’an, is the chief religious text of Islam. Muslims believe it to be a revelation from God (Allah). God revea...
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Mazdakism | Offshoot of Zoroastrianism
Mazdakism is an ancient Iranian religion that rose in popularity during the 5th century. It had a dualistic cosmology and worldview revolving on li...
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Iran's History: The Homeland of Mighty Empires and Mysterious Religions
Iran's history is often thought to have begun as early as the Paleolithic (Old Stone Age), approximately 10,000 years BCE when the first semi-perma...
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The Gaza Strip: A Unique Journey Into This Palestinian Stronghold
The Gaza Strip is a Palestinian-held territory situated north of Egypt, on the south-east of Israel. The capital of the Gaza Strip is Gaza City. Ma...
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How Did Saladin Change the Middle East: An In-depth Study
The tale of how Saladin changed the Middle East is an interesting one. Saladin ousted the crusaders from the Middle East, hoisting the flag of his ...
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Sibylla: Queen of Jerusalem and Her Short, Yet Dramatic Life
Sibylla, queen of Jerusalem, reigned from 1186-1190 AD. She was a woman of passion and love, and she lived during a tumultuous time. She became the...
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Baibars: The Sultan That Fought Strenuously for Egypt’s Independence
Baibars is one of Egypt’s most important Sultans, a Mamluk warrior, and an influential figure in the Middle East during the 13th century. Baibars’ ...
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