1. The Culture of Islam

2. Preservation of Knowledge
It was through the Muslim world that Europeans recovered the works of Aristotle and other Greek philosophers
Translated on paper that was introduced from China in the 700’s
With this new method, paper factories, book shops and libraries popped up in Baghdad

3. Islamic Advancements
With the work of the Greek philosophers, Arabic philosophers began gaining notoriety
Ibn-Rushd was famous for his commentary on Aristotle’s works.
Adopted and passed on the numerical system of India, became known as the “Arabic System” in Europe

4. Cont… Developed Algebra Astronomy Medical advancements
Ibn Sina published a medical encyclopedia that argued for contagious nature of disease
His encyclopedia became a basic textbook for medical students in Medieval Europe

5. Literature Regard the Quran as their greatest literary work
The Arabian Nights are a well known collection of stories that blend the natural with the supernatural.

6. Art & Architecture
Art is a blend of Arab, Turkish, and Persian traditions
Much of the artwork can be found at mosques.

7. The Great Mosque of Samarra
Minaret

8. Cont…
Islamic rulers built large brick palaces with protective walls, gates, and baths that were designed around a central courtyard