The Split between Sunni Seljuk Turks and the Shi’ah Fatimids of Egypt (Edexcel A-Level History): Flashcards
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Two rival Muslim groups in 11th century
Two rival Muslim groups in 11th century
Shi'ah Fatimids (Egypt) & Sunni Seljuk Turks (Syria/Palestine)
Shi'ah belief about legitimate authority
Shi'ah belief about legitimate authority
Descended from Muhammad through Fatimah & Ali
Vizier's role in Fatimid government
Vizier's role in Fatimid government
Chief minister who ran government on behalf of caliph
Sultan in Sunni world
Sultan in Sunni world
Ruler of sultanate, equivalent to king in western Europe
Sunna definition
Sunna definition
Customs and practices of Prophet Muhammad
Shari'a definition
Shari'a definition
Main body of Islamic law providing moral/legal guidance
Battle of Manzikert year
Battle of Manzikert year
1071
Year Malik Shah died, triggering Seljuk succession crisis
Year Malik Shah died, triggering Seljuk succession crisis
1092
Year Fatimids recaptured Jerusalem from Seljuks
Year Fatimids recaptured Jerusalem from Seljuks
1098
Atabeg definition
Atabeg definition
Military governor who could lead army & rule territory