Duplicate of Unit 2 Terms Part 2

Chinese philosophy that a harsh set of laws created an effective government

Emperor of Gupta, expanded territory outside the peak of the empire

Sacred Islamic text

Period of peace in Roman Empire until the death of Marcus Aurelius

Religion based on teachings by Jesus of Nazareth

Invaded parts of the Roman Empire, devastating Balkan countries and Northern Greece

Branch of Islam, caliphates are descendents of Muhammad

First Muslim caliph, successor to Muhammad

Individual or communal struggle, defending the Muslim community and Holy War

Fasting during Ramadan and making the journey to Mecca are two of these

Increased prices for goods and services with decreased price of money

Founder of Mauryan Empire in India, conquered much of Northern India

Roman general and dictator, conquered most of Gaul, and was murdered by a group of Senators

Church official who oversees a group of churches

Successor to a prophet

First century teacher, teachings included the New Testament of the Bible

Monotheistic religion whose prophet is Muhammad, and whose sacred text is the Qur'an

Manmade channels used to transport water

Trade route spanning from China to the Roman Empire

Great ruler, promoted the spread of Buddhism

Branch of Islam, emphasizes personal and mystical connection to God

Muhammad's journey from Mecca to Medina

Exams taken during the Han dynasty to become government officials

Title given to the head of the Catholic Church

Established the Second Triumvirate with Mark Antony and Lepidus, created the imperial system 

Building for Islamic prayer

First Qin ruler, unified China for almost 2,000 years

Largest branch of Islam, they accept the first 4 caliphs as the true successors of Muhammad

Chinese philosophy that thinks there should be no gov and problems will be solved naturally

These explain how one can end suffering by stopping their desires