THE ORIGIN OF THE SLAVE TRADE AMONG THE ARABS IN THE MIDDLE AGES
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This article explores the origin of the slave trade among the Arabs in the Middle Ages, focusing on Islamic expansion, trade routes, economic systems, African and Asian slave sources, social structures, domestic servitude, military slavery, cultural exchange, and the long-term impact of slavery on the Islamic world.Abstract
This article examines the origins and development of the slave trade among the Arabs during the Middle Ages. It explores the political, economic, and religious factors that contributed to the rise of slavery in Arab societies and the expansion of the slave trade across the Islamic world. Special attention is given to the role of trade routes, military conquests, and the legal framework of Islam regarding slavery. By analyzing historical sources and scholarly research, the article provides insights into how slavery became institutionalized and how it functioned as part of the broader social and economic systems of the time.
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