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Axum

Axum was the capital of The Kingdom of Axum, one of the strongest empires in Africa between 100 BC and 700 AD. Axum is located in modern-day Ethiopia.

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How did Axum begin?

As a center of a marine trading power of the Aksumite Kingdom. Historical records are otherwise unclear.

Who played an important role in writing and interpreting the history and traditions of the Ethiopian kingdom?

The monks played an important role in writing and interpreting the history and traditions of the Ethiopian kingdom.

What kind of structures were build in Aksum and what purpose did they serve?

The pillars of Aksum were built. Their purpose was to celebrate great victories and achievements. The writing on them stated what great things had been done.

How did Christianity become Axums official religion?

In the fourth century King Ezana, converted to Christianity and was baptised as Abreha,

Was Kush located between ancient Egypt and the Kingdom of Axum?

The kingdom of Kush was located south of Egypt in present-day Sudan, and Axum was farther south in Ethiopia. The Kush kingdom ruled Egypt from around 727 BC to 653 BC.

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How did Aksum's location help the empire grew?

Kingdom of Aksum or Axum, (also known as the Aksumite Empire) grew in importance with the increase of seaborne trade between the Romans and southern India which used the monsoons of the Indian Ocean and passed through the Red Sea. Axum's coasts on the Red Sea made it an important intermediary in this trade. Axum also traded goods from inland Africa which were shipped from its ports of the Red Sea.

What was the geography of ancient Axum?

Axum had a very fertile area since it was located near the nile river, which served as a an exelent trade route.

What is ancient Axum social pyramid?

man, idk but i kno that kings were at the top then nobles, then the citizens, then slaves. but there are alot more classes than that

How did aksum become a wealthy kingdom?

Trade routes, axum was the center of ancient trade. Until Islams rose to power in the seventh century. The Islams changed the trade routes.

What are the main features of the civilizations of Axum Ethiopia and Kush?

The dominant subcultural narratives have diverged into two main neo-historical schools of thought (neo-narrative). The first school, socialistic constrctivists (led and later denounced, by Dr. Andrew Simonsen of Cambridge) espouses the historical implication that Ethiopian civilization pioneered the social, geo-sexual omnipresence and omnipotence of proceeding Africanized cultures. In terms of monetary policy and especially in terms of intellectual and philosophical development. Although the two civilizations spoke two completely different languages: the similarities in written language make up for the difference. Which basically means that their social and political differences, although not crippling, made geographical discourse that much more difficult. It's worth mentioning that Ethiopia today exists in a post-civilized civilization?

What resources contributed to the wealth of Axum?

The Kingdom of Aksum did some major trading with the Romans and Ancient India, also,æthey were a hub of commerce. And, they minted their own currency.

What happened to aksum when Muslims invaded the area?

When Muslims invaded the region in the 7th century, the Kingdom of Aksum faced significant challenges due to the rise of Islam and the shifting trade routes. The invasion led to the decline of Aksum's power as it lost control over its trade networks, particularly to the emerging Muslim states. Additionally, the spread of Islam in the area contributed to a reduction in Aksumite influence, ultimately leading to the kingdom's fragmentation and decline. Aksum's legacy, however, continued through its cultural and religious contributions, particularly in Ethiopia.