Southwest Asia: Birthplace of civilization, heart of conflict

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L.N.1.3.3 Analyze the interrelationships of ideas and events in a text to determine how one idea or event may interact and influence another.

LITERATURE KEYSTONE DO NOW

One Religion, Many PeoplesMost of the people of Pakistan and Bangladesh are Muslims. In both countries is an important unifying force. Islamic Culture Islam has long played an important role in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Both lands were key parts of the Muslim Mughal Empire that ruled the Indian subcontinent for centuries, and their cultures bear the stamp of Islam. The faithful observe Islamic customs. These include daily prayer [5 times a day] and participation in Ramadan, a month-long period of fasting from sunrise to sunset. [They also worship only Allah, give to charity, and make a hajj to Mecca.] Mosques in both countries are often large and impressive structures. The two countries differ somewhat in their Islamic practices, however. In general, Pakistan is stricter in imposing Islamic law on its citizens. For example, many Pakistanis follow the custom of purdah, the seclusion of women. This custom prevents women from having contact with men who are not relatives. When women appear in public, they must wear veils. In Bangladesh, purdah is much less common and religious practices are less strict.

Response: Compare and contrast Islam in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Information Chapter 22

- Human Geography of SW Asia - will be due today

MIRPL assignment due dates

Sub behavior

Current EventsOsama bin Laden

photos - rare photos released - hideouts throughout region

Iraqi forces take back Tikrit

- 150 ISIS fighters remain - win for Iraq

L.N.1.3.3 Analyze the interrelationships of ideas and events in a text to determine how one idea or event may interact and influence another.

LITERATURE KEYSTONE DO NOW

One Religion, Many PeoplesMost of the people of Pakistan and Bangladesh are Muslims. In both countries is an important unifying force. Islamic Culture Islam has long played an important role in Pakistan and Bangladesh. Both lands were key parts of the Muslim Mughal Empire that ruled the Indian subcontinent for centuries, and their cultures bear the stamp of Islam. The faithful observe Islamic customs. These include daily prayer [5 times a day] and participation in Ramadan, a month-long period of fasting from sunrise to sunset. [They also worship only Allah, give to charity, and make a hajj to Mecca.] Mosques in both countries are often large and impressive structures. The two countries differ somewhat in their Islamic practices, however. In general, Pakistan is stricter in imposing Islamic law on its citizens. For example, many Pakistanis follow the custom of purdah, the seclusion of women. This custom prevents women from having contact with men who are not relatives. When women appear in public, they must wear veils. In Bangladesh, purdah is much less common and religious practices are less strict.

Response: Compare and contrast Islam in Pakistan and Bangladesh.

Arabian Peninsula Intersection of 3 Continents

- become a cultural crossroads- trade, culture, and religion

Countries- Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Yemen Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia

Development of trade centers- ocean access- oases- Silk Road

Bedouins A Nomadic people

- move from place to place- followed oases

Strong culture- family- religion

Adapted to harsh conditions- desert

herders

Birth of Islam One of the major

monotheistic religions- Major Prophet Muhammad- lived in Mecca (S.A.)

Religion United people- common culture- religious duties

Bedouins spread religion- conquered people- replaced with Muslim

leaders

Religious Teachings 5 Pillars of Islam

- Faith, Prayer, Fasting, Charity, and Pilgrimage

Pillars are basic duties- unite people- similar culture

Religion united under language- spread throughout the world

Government and Islam Theocracies

- religious rule and law applied by religious leaders- religious doctrine is law- “eye for an eye”

Rules are based on Islamic Law- called “Shari’ah”

Colonizers brought change- Britain, France

OPECOPEC

- Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries- Oil Cartel

Major Export- oil main economic activity- prices important

TOTD: SummaryIdentify 3 things learned from the

section and lesson for today. Write at least one question you

still have about the section.

Learning Goal: Evaluate your learning based on the daily objectives.