Islam first reached Ghana through Muslim traders & missionaries. The king of Ghana did not convert to Islam. Nor did the majority of the people. But the king did not allow Muslims to build settlements within his empire. this is written in the 7th grade history book p.156 paragraph 3
Islam first reached Gahna by Muslims traders and missionaries. Nor the king or the majority of people convert to Islam,but the king did'nt allow Muslims to construct within his empire. this is the way i changed it a little.
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The major religions of the ancient West African trade kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai were primarily Islam and indigenous African spiritual practices. Islam became prominent through trade and interactions with North African merchants, especially during the Mali Empire under leaders like Mansa Musa. While Islam was widely adopted and influenced governance and culture, many people continued to practice traditional African religions, which involved ancestral worship and a connection to nature. This blend of beliefs contributed to the rich cultural tapestry of the region.
the Arab trading partner brought scholarship, law and the religion of Islam to west Africa
Griots are important because it represented west African culture and society
Negritude
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Sonni Ali Of Songhai was differ from most other West African rulers because he did not adopt Islam but, he was a follower of Islam.
Islam & Christianity are two important African religions. (:
The major effect was he introduced african culture to Europe and the Middle east. This is an example of cultural diffusion
The various laws and constitution amendment were made in line with Islamic laws in West Africa. Some of the laws were directly borrowed from Islam.
the biggest change was their culture
the biggest change was their culture
The major religions of the ancient West African trade kingdoms of Ghana, Mali, and Songhai were primarily Islam and indigenous African spiritual practices. Islam became prominent through trade and interactions with North African merchants, especially during the Mali Empire under leaders like Mansa Musa. While Islam was widely adopted and influenced governance and culture, many people continued to practice traditional African religions, which involved ancestral worship and a connection to nature. This blend of beliefs contributed to the rich cultural tapestry of the region.
A mix of Spanish and West African cultures
Several aspects of West African culture that originated outside of Africa include certain religious practices, such as Islam, which was introduced through trade and conquest from the Middle East. Additionally, the influence of European colonial powers brought elements of Western education, governance, and languages, notably English, French, and Portuguese, which have shaped modern West African societies. Furthermore, the transatlantic slave trade led to significant cultural exchanges, introducing African diaspora influences back into the continent.
A West African ruler converts to Islam