In this episode, Sayed Jawad Qazwini explores the historical transition from the Umayyad Dynasty to the Abbasid Dynasty in Islamic governance. Focusing on the Abbasid era, often hailed as the golden age of Islam, Qazwini highlights the vast expansion of Islamic territories and the establishment of the House of Wisdom in Baghdad as a center for intellectual exchange. However, he underscores the challenges of cultural influence on Islam during this period, with diverse civilizations shaping interpretations of the religion. The discussion emphasizes the need for scholars to critically examine and understand the impact of cultural influences on Islamic practices, illustrating the complex dynamics during the Abbasid Dynasty.