The word ‘algebra’ derives from Al-Khawarizmi’s book title “al-jabr”, meaning “completion”; balancing both sides to find a solution
The Umayyad caliphate stretched from Spain to India, making it the largest empire in the world
Rapid expansion coupled with social stability is proof of Umar’s incredible capabilities as a leader
Like the pioneering Muslim scientists, Al Bukhari insisted on an empirical, organized method in the science of fiqh and hadith
In the 10th century, Baghdad instituted a licensing exam that all doctors had to take before practicing as physicians
Basic trigonometric properties put forth by Muslim mathematicians serve as basis for how GPS systems work today
The world’s oldest university, University of Karaouin, was established by a Muslim woman in Fez, Morocco in 859
Ali was the natural choice as he was the most respected Companion still alive and was related to Prophet in two ways
Bring no harm to the trees, nor burn them with fire, especially those which are fruitful” – Abu Bak’s warfare rules, to his army
Harun AlRashid known for his wealth & diplomatic relations, sent an embassy to France that included an elephant & a water clock
During Uthman’s caliphate, a Muslim embassy was sent to China to establish diplomatic relations
Muslim and non-Muslim from across the world flocked to Baghdad to be part of Al-Ma’mun’s project “Bait Al-Hekmah” or “House of Wisdom