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The Era of Prophethood

LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 25 Hours

Summary: A short curriculum covering the time when Prophet Muhammad was delivering his message. It includes these five main parts:

Environment and Arab Peoples: Talks about what life was like for Arabs before Prophet Muhammad started spreading his message.
Prophetic Mission: Covers the time when Prophet Muhammad was telling people about Islam, focusing on his early years in Mecca and later in Medina.
Life of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him): Tells the story of Prophet Muhammad's life before he became a prophet and the important things that happened to him.
Battles and Big Events: Talks about the important battles like Badr and Uhud, and other key events such as the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah and the conquest of Mecca.
Completing the Message: Explains what happened after Prophet Muhammad died, having shared the message of Islam and advised his followers.

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Prophethood Era: Prophet Muhammad's Message

Pre-Prophethood Context: Explores the social and environmental backdrop of the Arabs before Prophet Muhammad's prophethood.
Meccan Era: Highlights the early Islamic message and the challenges faced in Mecca.
Medinan Period: Outlines the move to Medina and the establishment of an Islamic community.
Key Battles and Events: Covers major battles like Badr and Uhud, and pivotal moments including the Treaty of Hudaybiyyah.
Message Fulfilled: Summarizes Prophet Muhammad's achievements after completing his mission.

The Era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs

LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 25 Hours

Summary A curriculum dedicated to the era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs, represented by the four caliphs, may Allah be pleased with them, and the conquests and events they witnessed after the death of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. It covers the following axes:

Conditions in Medina after the Death of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him.
The Election of Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq, may Allah be pleased with him.
Expansion and Islamic Conquests.
The Era of Umar ibn Al-Khattab, may Allah be pleased with him.
The Era of Uthman ibn Affan, may Allah be pleased with him, and the Fitnah (tribulations) and disturbances that occurred during his reign.
The Era of Ali ibn Abi Talib, may Allah be pleased with him.

Level 1

Rightly Guided Caliphs: A Brief History

Post-Muhammad Transition: Examines Medina's political scene after Prophet Muhammad's death and the Muslim community's response.
Abu Bakr’s Leadership: Discusses Abu Bakr Al-Siddiq's election as caliph and his foundational role in the caliphate.
Expansion and Conquests: Covers early Islamic expansions, focusing on Iraq and Syria's conquests.
Umar's Reforms: Highlights Umar ibn Al-Khattab's contributions to state-building and justice.
Uthman’s Challenges: Reviews Uthman ibn Affan's reign, the Fitnah, and its impact.
Ali's Caliphate: Looks into Ali ibn Abi Talib's period, addressing the challenges and achievements.

The Umayyad Dynasty Era

LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 15 Hours

Summary

Introduction to the Umayyad Dynasty era, covering its origins and early progression.
Exploration of notable Umayyad figures like Muawiyah ibn Abi Sufyan and Abdul-Malik ibn Marwan.
Analysis of key Umayyad caliphs such as Umar ibn Abdul-Aziz and Hisham ibn Abd al-Malik, along with the reasons and consequences of the dynasty's downfall.

Level 1

The Umayyad Dynasty

We shed light on this important period in Muslim history through these axes:

Umayyad Dynasty Origins: Overview of the historical backdrop leading to its foundation.
Muawiyah ibn Abi Sufyan's Leadership: Focus on Muawiyah's rule, key events, and policies.
Succession: Yazid and Muawiyah II: Reviews the leadership transitions after Muawiyah I.
Abd al-Malik ibn Marwan's Reforms: Highlights Abd al-Malik's governance and state reforms.
Umayyad Dynasty's Decline: Analyzes the decline of the Umayyads, exploring causes and effects.

Abbasid and Ottoman Eras

LEVELS: 1 DURATION: 50 Hours

Summary: We embark on an intriguing journey through various eras and states, starting from the early Abbasid period to modern times. We explore the development of Islamic civilization and its political, economic, and cultural influences throughout history. The curriculum covers the reign of Al-Saffah and the rule of Abbasid caliphs, highlighting the role of the Fatimid state and the Ottoman era. Additionally, it delves into the Andalusian and Mamluk periods, focusing on their foundational stages and periods of weakness in each state.

Level 1

The Abbasid and Ottoman Eras

We explore the periods of the Abbasid and Ottoman states through these main points:

Early Abbasid Era: Looking at the start of Abbasid rule and their early leaders.
Rise to Power and Al-Saffah's Rule: Understanding how Abbasid authority was established under Al-Saffah amidst challenges.
Peak of Abbasid Power: Highlighting significant Abbasid caliphs like Al-Mansur, Al-Mahdi, Al-Hadi, and Harun al-Rashid, and their era of dominance.
Transformations in Islamic States: Covering different eras like the Buyid, Seljuk, Andalusian, and Ottoman periods.
Modern Challenges: Discussing modern issues like conflicts with the Turks and the fall of the Ottoman Empire, and their cultural, religious, and political impacts.

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History Curriculum

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Islamic History Curriculum Overview:

Prerequisites

The Era of Prophethood

The Era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs

The Umayyad Dynasty Era