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Storian 004 – Falcon Rising: The Start of Islamic Civilization in Spain
When folks talk about Islam in Spain, they either talk about the golden era which was well after the 11th century. Or, they talk about the fall which was the 15th century.
But, what about the origin of how it began?
How did Rodrigo, the Visigoths ruler lose to the invasion of Tariq ibn Ziyad?
What was happening in the "Muslim World" in the east and Spain that let to the split of the Omayyad Dynasty?
What can we learn about personal identity, culture, and society today from the events that took place in the 8th century?
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When folks talk about Islam in Spain, they either talk about the golden era which was well after the 11th century. Or, they talk about the fall which was the 15th century.
But, what about the origin of how it began?
How did Rodrigo, the Visigoths ruler lose to the invasion of Tariq ibn Ziyad?
What was happening in the "Muslim World" in the east and Spain that let to the split of the Omayyad Dynasty?
What can we learn about personal identity, culture, and society today from the events that took place in the 8th century?