History of the Umayyad Caliphate

History of the Umayyad Caliphate explores one of the most transformative periods in Islamic history. Spanning from 41 to 132 A.H., this era witnessed the rise, expansion, and eventual decline of the Umayyad Caliphate, playing a pivotal role in shaping the political, social, and geographical landscape of the early Islamic world and leaving a lasting impact on Islamic civilisation.

Taught by Shaykh Khalid Barry, the course focuses on examining the Umayyad dynasty, their rulers, key events, and the societal shifts that laid the foundations for much of the modern Islamic world.

Students will learn:

• The origins and establishment of the Umayyad Caliphate

• The key rulers and events from 41 to 132 A.H. and their impact on Islamic society

• The political and social structures of the Umayyads and their expansion

• The lessons to be learned from the rise and fall of the Umayyad dynasty

• The relevance of understanding the Umayyad era in contextualising current Islamic history

An essential course for anyone seeking to understand the historical context of the early Islamic world and the importance of history in contemporary Muslim life.