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The Silk Roads: Ideas and Religion: Nestorian Christianity
How well received was this form of religion and why did the Mongols favor it? What was Xi'an like during the Tang dynasty? The Silk Roads: Ideas and Religion, Part 4
History Hit
Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam: The Quran and Islamic power
Why do muslims care so much about where certain elements of their faith, and civilization came from? How did Islam overcome the Persians and the Romans? Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam, Part 2
Professor Dave Explains
President Bush Sr
Professor Dave explores the career and legacy of President Bush Sr
Step Back History
Aisha: The Most Important Woman in Islam
Aisha, the wife of the founder of Islam, lived with unique connections that allowed her to have a large amount of power in the early Islamic Empire. This is the story of a woman who spent her life as a politician, adviser, educator, and...
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The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan: A thousand kilometers of sand & Why silk?
What were three challenges of travel on the silk roads? How did the name silk road come about? The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan, Part 3
Soliloquy
Mexico's Lost Island of Bermeja
The island of Bermeja appeared on many maps for almost four centuries; until a survey team failed to find the island in 1997, it marked Mexico's most northern point in the Gulf of Mexico. Failing to find it had serious implications for...
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Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam: Interpretations of the Quran
Learn about the difference between the Bible and the Quran, and how interpretations are very important? Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam, Part 4
History Hit
The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan: A call to arms
What is of great concern and what can we see in the next few years? What is exciting about technology allowing communication among history lovers? The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan, Part 7
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The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan: The birth of something new
What happened around the time of all the confrontations between the Byzantine and Persian superpowers? The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan, Part 5
Ancient Lights Media
Saudi Arabia
Video Atlas of Asia: This clip looks at the physical features, climate and culture of Saudi Arabia.
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The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan: Superpowers of the seventh century
Who were the two great superpowers around this time? What happened around the year 600? The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan, Part 4
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Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam: The birth of Islam
Why are we still debating what happened 1400 years ago? How did Islam come to life? Tom Holland on the Birth of Islam, Part 1
Curated Video
Saudi Arabia: open for tourists
Saudi Arabia is spending half-a-trillion dollars on coastal resorts and an entertainment complex to try and attract more tourists. It's part of the crown prince's plan to diversify the country's economy away from oil. Will it work?
Jabzy
1941 Iraqi Coup - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the 1941 Iraqi Coup
Jabzy
Wahhabi War - 3 Minute History
In this video, Jabzy brings us historical tidbits and unknown facts about the Wahhabi War
History Hit
Maps, Our Place in the World: Ptolemy's map
Why are some people obsessed with maps and what do they mean? What is unique about Ptolemy's world map? Maps, Our Place in the World, Part 1
The March of Time
1953: LAHORE, PAKISTAN: HA Masjid (Mosque) minerat w/ muezzin (crier) performing adhan (the call to worship), VS Muslim men praying, holding hands off side of face, on knees in prayer, bowing, VS Many people praying in Badshahi Masjid courtyard,
MOT 1953: LAHORE, PAKISTAN: HA Masjid (Mosque) minerat w/ muezzin (crier) performing adhan (the call to worship), VS Muslim men praying, holding hands off side of face, on knees in prayer, bowing, VS Many people praying in Badshahi...
Religion for Breakfast
What is the Dome of the Rock?
The Dome of the Rock is one of the most iconic buildings in the world and one of the most sacred buildings for Muslims today. But what is the Dome of the Rock? What is its history?
Curated Video
Mansa Musa part 2: the Famous Hajj
Mansa Musa's pilgrimage to Mecca is the most famous story of the ruler and the main source of information about him. He traveled with a large entourage of slaves and lots of gold to display the power and wealth of the Mali Empire to the...
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The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan: West marches east
What happened in 1095? How are the crusades seen by those involved and those outside of it? The Silk Roads with Peter Frankopan, Part 6
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Maps, Our Place in the World: A snapshot of human activity
What was Ptolemy interested in when he was making the map of the world? Why is this a remarkable piece of work? Maps, Our Place in the World, Part 2
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The Silk Roads: Ideas and Religion: Buddhism
How did Buddhism come into China? How did the texts survive for so long throughout the centuries? The Silk Roads: Ideas and Religion, Part 2
Religion for Breakfast
What is the Hajj?
Every year, millions of Muslims complete a pilgrimage to Mecca called The Hajj. This pilgrimage is obligatory for all Muslims and is considered one of the Five Pillars of Islam. But what does this pilgrimage entail?
Hip Hughes History
Islam Explained: Religions in Global History
What do Muslims believe? What are the basic beliefs of Islam? A short overview of Islam.