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2-3: Khalid And Persia

Islamic History Podcast

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The Decline and Political Turmoil of the Persian Empire

The chapter explores the weakening state of the Sassanid dynasty under Khosrau II during Prophet Muhammad's time, leading to political instability that aids the spread of Islam. It narrates the diplomatic interactions between the Prophet and Khosra, resulting in religious conversions and unrest within the Persian Empire. The discussion further delves into the succession struggles, assassinations, and transitions of power within the Persian Empire and its parallels with the history of the Roman Empire.

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