Much of the history we were taught at school was Eurocentric, reinforcing our Western worldview and way of thinking. This brief review of the early Mediaeval period (roughly 500 AD to 1000 AD) looks at it differently: starting with the birth and flourishing of Islamic culture, turning to its Eastern contact with Tang China, its Western borders in Asia with Byzantium, and finally it’s struggle with Western Christendom.
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A fascinating exploration that intertwines the ancient wisdom of Indra’s Net with modern science, classical philosophy, and contemporary mathematics. This narrative showcases how interconnected our understanding of the universe truly is.
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Resources supporting the Shepway and District u3a Science, Philosophy, and Spirituality discussion group, Season 2, Session 2.4 – The Rise of Christianity
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To understand the life and death of Jesus, we must understand his Jewish roots, the Hellenistic world , and Roman Rule. This article traces how the message of a crucified enemy of Rome became the core of Rome’s official religion – the Christian Church.
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Alexander the Great: Architect of the Modern World
Alexander’s era was more than just a series of conquests; it was a profound fusion of cultures that set the stage for the Silk Roads and the intellectual endeavors of Islamic science. His influence was pivotal in creating a cosmopolitan world where Eastern and Western ideals merged, paving the way for scientific advances and the ethical frameworks that underpin modern Western civilisation. His legacy affirms his title, “the Great,” not only in the realm of battle but in the melding of worlds.
