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The Kingdom of Aksum

Module 12 - Lesson 3 - Africa Project

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Why is the Kingdom of Aksum still relevant today? It matters today as ancient Aksum is still a center for the Ethiopian Orthodox Christian Church.
Where would be Aksum location on a modern day map. Aksum location would be around modern day Ethiopia and Eritrea.
What was the Aksum sea port that was a center for trade and the spreading of knowledge. This sea port was one of Aksum major trading ports. The sea port of Adulis was a major sea port for Aksum and became a center for trade.
Who were the first settlers of Aksum and created the lingual and overall foundations of Aksum. The people who were the first settlers of Aksum were Arab and Kushite migrates who travels across the Red Sea into Africa.
Which kingdom did the Kingdom of Aksum conquer over to receive the land in Africa? The Aksum kingdom conquered over Kush.
What was the first written mention of Aksum called and what did it express about Aksum? The first written record of Aksum through a guidebook called, "Periplus of the Erythraean Sea" in this guidebook described the first king of Aksum, Zoskale.
What caused Aksum to become a center for/in control of International trade? Aksum's location allowed Aksum's success in international trade as they were located around the Mediterranean and Indian sea. This allowed for many trade routes to easily access Aksum.
When was the time period in which Aksum suspossibly reached the peak of its power? Aksum reached its peak in power at around 325 AD - 360 AD.
What were the greatest military achievements of the Aksumite ruler Ezana? Inside Ezana's time in power he conquered over many parts of the Arabian Peninsula and even conquered Kush in 350 AD.
Before Christianity spread into Aksum what was there religion and what were their gods? Aksum religion prior to christianity was a polytheistic religion that believed in both gods and spirits. Some of these gods included Astar, Medr, and Mahrem.
How did Christianity spread into Aksum? Christianity spread into Aksum through the aspect of trade. As due to Aksum being a trading center, merchants from different areas would enter Aksum and spread knowledge. One being the beliefs of Christianity.
What is the connection between the Aksumite ruler Ezana and the spread of Christianity? Ezana was the first ruler of Aksum to discover Christianity and when he was ruler made the Christianity the official religion of Aksum.
Why was Aksum creation of their language called Ge'ez so important? This was important as during that time, other than Egypt and Meroe, Aksum was the only ancient african kingdom to have developed a written language.
What advancement did the Aksumite society make in the area of currency? Inside the area of currency they were the first state south of the Sahara to mint its own coins in metals like bronze, silver, and even gold.
What advancement did the Aksumite society make in the area of agriculture? Inside agriculture they created Terrace, this was when they would create step ridges on mountains in order to help soil retain water.
Inside the years following 632 what was the Islamic community known for? During these times Islamic invaders had conquered all across Arabia and the Arabian Coast.
Why was Aksum not targeted by the Islamic invaders at first? Aksum was not first targeted by Islamic invaders as Aksum was home to the family of Muhammad and many Islamic followers.
Where was Aksum attacked by these Islamic Invaders? These islamic invaders attacked the Aksumite major port of Adulis.
Why did Aksum move their capital? Aksum moved their capital to Ethiopia as due to the Islamic invasion they had begun to be isolated from other christian establishments.
What was a common negative trait was shared between man civilizations in Africa during that time? During that time many civilizations despite reaching an everlasting effect on the societies often tied to a small area.
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