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Prior to 711, the ruling elite of Spain belonged to the Arian branch of Christianity, although the common people were permitted to continue in the Catholic faith. When the king converted to Catholicism, he immediately demanded that the nobles follow suit.
Count Julian of Ceuta called on the Moors for support for the followers of Arianism, thus beginning a long period of Moorish rule in Spain.This was marked by religious tolerance towards both Christians and Jews, and a flowering of science and the arts.
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What happened in Spain in the year 711?
This is the year when the moors (Muslims) invaded the Iberian Peninsula.
What was the name for Muslims in Spain?
Muslims
What happened to Jews and Muslims after christians took over all of Spain?
The Catholic Church in Spain, and the Spanish Inquisition, either killed, expelled or forced the Jews and Muslims in Spain to convert.
What happened to spanish Muslims after Ferdinand and iabella took power?
It is an extremely unfortunate and pathetic chapter of Islamic History. The Muslims in Spain were put to sword, forced to convert to Christianity or forced to flee from Spain. Within a short period Spain was cleared of the Muslims where the Jews and the Christians had been living in peace for many centuries under the Muslim rule.
When Muslims settled in Spain they adopted the local religion and customs.?
No, Muslims did not adopt the local religion and customs when they settled in Spain.
What was the name of the centuries-long effort by Christians to drive Muslims out of Spain?
The Reconquista. Jews and Muslims alike were driven out of Spain. The Reconquista ended in 1492 when Moorish Granada surrendered. The Muslims were allowed to remain in Spain. The Jews and the Muslims were expelled later.
When did Muslims go to Spain?
The Religion was dominant in Southern Spain from 711 until 1492, under the rule of the Arabs and Moors of al-Andalus.
What did the Spain's call the Muslims who occupied Spain?
Muslims in Spain used to be called MOORS, although in modern times, the term is considered somewhat derogatory. The current term for them is Berbers or Amazigh.
When did the Muslims migrate to Spain?
Islam was first introduced to Spain in 711 A .D.
What people conquered Spain in A.D. 711?
Spain was conquered by the Moors
Which European region did Muslims control?
Spain
Wanted to drive the Muslims out of Spain?
christians
