The revelations of Muhammad form the basis of the Islamic religion, a monotheistic faith. Muhammad and his followers spread Islam. 

Islamic traditions and practices developed over centuries and created a distinctive culture. 

Major historical turning points marked the spread and influence of Islamic civilization.

In the first three centuries after Muhammad’s death, Muslim rule expanded rapidly, overcoming geographic barriers, facilitated by weakened political empires.

Political unity and the Arabic language facilitated trade and stimulated intellectual activity.

Early Islamic civilization was characterized by achievements in science and the arts that transformed the Islamic world and had a major global impact.