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Islamic DVDs > Documentaries > Cities of Light: The Rise and Fall of Islamic Spain
Over a thousand years ago, the sun-washed land of southern Spain was was home to Jews, Christians, and Muslims, living together and flourishing. Their culture and beliefs interwined, and the knowledge of the ancients was gathered and reborn.
| Publisher: | Unity Productions | | Suitable Age: | 12 - Adults | | Format: | DVD | | Length: | 1 hr |
| SKU: 7432-003 |
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The lemon tree, the water wheel and Aristotle’s lost philosophy all arrived in Europe through Islamic Spain, as did algebra and the beginnings of modern medicine, science and poetry. Here were the very roots of the European Renaissance.
All this was the legacy of a diverse society that managed to create a culture of light in a time of general darkness and ignorance in Europe. Cities of Light shows how it was possible for Muslims, Christians and Jews to co-exist and thrive together—and yet how fragile that union can be when religious extremism begins to rise.
The glories of Islamic Spain are beautifully rendered, but the film does not flinch when vividly portraying the violence and horror that ultimately engulfed it—violence that seems similar to what we witness today.
The world is at a crossroads. Exploring the vibrant history of Islamic Spain could not be more important as we confront the profound political, strategic, and ethical challenges that will determine issues of war and peace for generations to come.
3 Ways To Use This Product:
If you know someone who has visited Spain and seen its Muslim relics, invite them over for dinner with your family and watch it together. Then follow the viewing up with a discussion, seeking information they can add about the topic from their visit there.
Write a review of the DVD for your local newspaper.
Donate this film to the Medieval Studies department of a college. Medieval Studies refers to the study of life during the Western Medieval period, which was between 450 and 1500, which is also the period of Muslim rule in Spain. Do a search under "Medieval Studies and college" and you'll find schools that have this department.
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