Muḥammad I Askia
Definition
Muhammad I Askia, also known as Askia the Great, was an emperor of the Songhai Empire in West Africa during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. He is known for his military campaigns, administrative reforms, and patronage of Islamic learning.
Related terms
Songhai Empire: A state located in western Africa that existed from circa 15th to 16th centuries. It was one of the largest states in African history.
Timbuktu: An ancient city in Mali situated near the Niger River which became a center for trade, culture, and Islam under Askia's rule.
Islamic Learning: The study and interpretation of texts related to Islam including Quranic studies, Hadith studies, jurisprudence etc., which flourished under Askia's reign.
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AP World History: Modern - 3.2 Governments of Land-Based Empires
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