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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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it is something in ancient africa
Town in ancient Ethiopia where some believe the Ark of the covenant is still hidden . Also called Aksum .
They were an empire that took over the Nubians (competitors of egypt) in becoming the principal link to South Africa.
Adopt Christianity
Territorial expansion
Conquered by Arabs but maintained independence
Why is Axum important to Ethiopia?
Because she is the most beautiful country I have ever seen and I love her :)
The rise of axsum was after the declining of zagwee dynesity by king ezana who was first accepted Christianity.
Why was axum a prosperous kingdom?
It grew mostly because of its trade with the ancient Romans and with India; at the height of its power, the empire was strong enough to create its own money.
Laborers. Farmers people working to help the community one day a month
What are the leagacies of axumite civilization?
The Axumite civilization, which thrived from the 1st to the 7th centuries CE in present-day Ethiopia and Eritrea, left a lasting legacy through its advancements in trade, architecture, and religion. It was a major trading empire that connected the Mediterranean world with India and played a crucial role in the spread of Christianity in Africa, becoming one of the first states to officially adopt the religion. The impressive stelae and obelisks of Axum, along with its coinage system, reflect its architectural and economic sophistication. Additionally, Axum's influence on regional cultures and its role in the development of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church continue to resonate in modern Ethiopia.
ani hin beku JO warra beku gafadha kun afan oromotin afan adunya irratti bekamutti jiru akkasumas Africa kessatti afan sadaffa (3) ti yoo hin beyne demi baradhu
What was the kingdom aksum famous for?
Meroe(Cush), Beja, Hymarites(Yemen) and Also, Egyptian and the Levant
What two major effects did trade have on the Axum Empire?
Christianity and written language. Christianity came from the Roman/ Byzantine Empire. Written language came from the greeks. (Axum adopted the 'Geez' language that was invented in ancient Greece.)
What 2 important changes did ezana make for aksum?
Ezana was a sting king who rose power and took control of trading! :)
Which of Aksum's achievements has continued into modern times?
yssup (read backwards) of course -- Nooo its tnuc (backwards) gaf
What religious tradition did the Axumites pass to the Ethiopians?
Axum (also spelled Aksum) was a kingdom in northern Ethiopia. The religious tradition that the Axumites passed on to the Ethiopians was Christianity and the establishment of the Christian Church.
How were traders able to reach the markets of Axum?
the Indian Ocean, the Red Sea, and the Nile River the Indian Ocean, the Red Sea, and the Nile River
