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widened its influence and markets
Through trade increased wealth and the Abbasid's build a standing army.
The Abbasid era was characterized by growth in wealth and social status of the commercial and landlord classes of the empire. The Abbasid age was a time of great urban expansion that was linked to a revival of the Afro-Eurasian trading network.
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The Abbasids, as the ones from the Islamic Empire.
The Seljuk Turks significantly impacted the Abbasid Empire by providing military support that helped stabilize the empire during a time of fragmentation. However, their rise also led to the decline of Abbasid authority, as they assumed control over much of the empire's territory and governance. The Seljuks established their own sultanate, which diminished the caliph's political power, although the Abbasids retained religious authority. This shift ultimately contributed to the fragmentation of the empire and the emergence of regional powers.
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the empires and dynasties of China, Byzantine, and Abbasid were able to establish a strong trade network that led to the spread and emergence of religions that contributed to the expansion of religions and contact between existing empires
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During much of the Abbasid Empire, urbanization experienced significant growth as cities became cultural, economic, and intellectual hubs. Baghdad, the capital, emerged as a center of trade, arts, and learning, attracting scholars and merchants from diverse backgrounds. This urban expansion was supported by advancements in agriculture and trade routes, which facilitated the movement of goods and people. As a result, urban centers flourished, leading to a vibrant and cosmopolitan society within the empire.