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Episode 95: Old School and New School

The History of English Podcast

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The Spread of Ancient Greek Scholarship in Muslim-controlled Spain

This chapter discusses how ancient Greek scholarship spread through the translation of Arabic texts in Muslim-controlled southern Spain. It explores the impact of these texts on Western Europe, highlighting the creation of universities and the discovery of Muslim libraries. The chapter also examines the clash between pre-Christian teachings and church teachings.

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