Diversity in medieval Spain
Jr Phillips|Carla Rahn Phillips
The fall of the Visigothic monarchy marked beginning Islamic phase Spain's history. From 711 to 1492, Muslims controlled varying portions Iberia, and their long presence had a profound influence on Spanish culture after they lost political control. origins in Arabian Peninsula during time prophet Muhammad (c. 570–632), spread quickly widely throughout Middle East across North Africa. They conquered cities as went, fighting when making deals with local authorities could. People who came under Muslim authority option converting Islam, but did not have do so live peaceably new overlords. Christians Jews, considered “People Book” or fellow monotheists, could retain religion customs if refrained from proselytizing, paid special taxes, agreed restrictions preventing them having over Muslims.
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