10 Medieval Studies' Articles Published Last Month - Medievalists.netThe kiswa of the Ka'ba symbolizes political legitimacy and religious significance in Islamic history.
Muawiya,' a Ramadan TV Series, Stokes Tensions Between Sunni and Shiite MuslimsThe new series 'Muawiya' is escalating sectarian tensions during Ramadan over its portrayal of a contentious Islamic figure.
The Mailman Was a Spy: Espionage in the Medieval Islamic World - Medievalists.netThe medieval Islamic world established a sophisticated spy network intertwined with its postal system, well ahead of post-classical Europe.
Paper Before Print by Jonathan M. Bloom (Book Review)The book presents a revisionist view of paper's critical role in shaping Islamic intellectual history and challenges Orientalist perspectives.
The Battle For JerusalemThe historical significance of Jerusalem has led to major conflicts between Christians and Muslims for centuries, shaping religious and political dynamics.