Islam: Empire of Faith
Islam: Empire of Faith
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Islam: Empire of Faith

2001
1 season
3 episodes
Documentary

Between the fall of Rome and the European voyages of discovery, no event was more significant than the rise of Islam. Within the span of a few centuries, the Islamic empires blossomed, projecting their power from Africa to the East Indies, and from Spain to India. Inspired by the words of a prophet, and led by Caliphs and Sultans, this political and religious expansion has not been equaled in speed, geographic size, and endurance before or since.

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  • Ep 1

    1.The Messenger

    08-05-200155m

    Introduces the dramatic story of the rise of Islam with the extraordinary life of the prophet Muhammad and his simple but revolutionary message. This episode covers the revelation...

  • Ep 2

    2.The Awakening

    08-05-200155m

    Culture and goods flow freely throughout a large empire. Islamic principles and influence are spread further, affecting the intellectual development of the West. Arabic becomes th...

  • Ep 3

    3.The Ottomans

    08-05-200155m

    The dramatic transformation of Islam resulting from the Mongol invasion. Nomads enlisted by Muslims to fight the Mongols stake their own claims, and become known as Ottomans. The O...

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