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Do We Need a Modern Salahuddin? with Historian Dr Abdur Rahman Azzam

The Thinking Muslim

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The Historical Context and Limited Power of the Khalif in the Muslim Empire

This chapter delves into the historical background of the Muslim empire, challenging the notion of its homogeneity and highlighting the presence of a third empire, Andalusia. The discussion also explores the limited power of the Khalifs, the challenges of ruling a vast empire, and the possibility that the fragmentation of the Muslim world could be considered its strength.

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