The Abbasid caliphate: everything you wanted to know

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Aug 24, 2024

Hugh Kennedy, a historian specializing in the Islamic world's history, joins Emily Briffett to explore the Abbasid caliphate's fascinating past. They discuss how the Abbasids rose to power and established Baghdad as a cultural capital. The conversation highlights the vibrant intellectual life during the Golden Age, featuring influential scholars and poets. They also touch on the complex coexistence of different religious communities and the factors leading to the caliphate's decline, culminating in the impactful Mongol invasion.

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Intro

00:00 • 3min

Baghdad: The Heart of the Abbasid Caliphate

02:40 • 2min

The Rise and Cultural Flourishing of the Abbasid Caliphate

04:14 • 26min

Exploring the Cultural Richness of the Abbasid Caliphate

30:37 • 3min

Religious Tolerance and Social Hierarchy in the Abbasid Caliphate

33:08 • 2min

The Decline of the Abbasid Caliphate

34:57 • 9min