Islam: Empire of Faith
Series Overview
Between the fall of Rome and the European voyages of discovery, no event was more significant than the rise of Islam. Within the span of a few centuries, the Islamic empires blossomed, projecting their power from Africa to the East Indies, and from Spain to India. Inspired by the words of a prophet, and led by Caliphs and Sultans, this political and religious expansion has not been equaled in speed, geographic size, and endurance before or since.
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1 Season • 3 Episodes
55 min per episode
2001 – 2001
Premiered: Tue, May 8, 2001
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Season 1, Episode 3: “The Ottomans”
The dramatic transformation of Islam resulting from the Mongol invasion. Nomads enlisted by Muslims to fight the Mongols stake their own claims, and become known as Ottomans. The Ottomans transform the Islamic world, creating a new empire that expands westward into Christian territories. Suleiman the Magnificent shapes the Ottomans into a military powerhouse and an empire of extreme wealth and sophistication, which threatens the great power centers of Europe and the empire of the Persian Safavids to the east, before falling victim to enemies from within.
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Robert Gardner
Robert Gardner
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Robert Gardner
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Robert Gardner
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What is Islam: Empire of Faith about?
Between the fall of Rome and the European voyages of discovery, no event was more significant than the rise of Islam. Within the span of a few centuries, the Islamic empires blossomed, projecting their power from Africa to the East Indies, and from Spain to India. Inspired by the words of a prophet, and led by Caliphs and Sultans, this political and religious expansion has not been equaled in speed, geographic size, and endurance before or since.
How many seasons does Islam: Empire of Faith have?
Islam: Empire of Faith comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Islam: Empire of Faith?
Key cast members in Islam: Empire of Faith include Ben Kingsley.
Who created or directed Islam: Empire of Faith?
Islam: Empire of Faith was developed and directed by Robert Gardner.