Blog #9

Although tribes have been an important concept to early Islamic and Arabic history, it had its down sides. It created separation physically and socially. Tribes started banding together and when Muhammad gained power, battles started. In early Islam, there were two civil wars, caused by rival tribes. The civilization was less unified since people basically lived in groups, not all together. This may have led to some of the assassinations of leaders and wars that occurred. It would have been smart for the political leaders of the time to try to find a way to replace the tribes and attempt to unify their empire.

Blog Entry #8

India's religious history greatly influenced their tradition of nonviolence. The creation of Buddhism was a major part of this. It was centered around peace and enlightenment. People worked hard to stay out of trouble and perform their duties so that in their next life they could move up to a higher caste. The stronger followers of Buddhism became monks and moved to monasteries where they spent their time meditating. Hinduism was partially the same way. Hinduists worked hard to fulfill their dharmas so they would move up a caste. Violence was not a part of the different castes much. These religions that were founded were all based on enlightenment, thus creating their influence on India's tradition of nonviolence.

Immigrants

Immigrants can definitely have a positive effect on their new surroundings and people. When immigrants move, they not only bring their possessions, but their culture, traditions, views, religion, and customs. For example, the immigrants from Europe to the U.S. They greatly changed our country and helped formed the diverse place it is today. Buildings, events, holidays, and foods can all be influenced by immigrants. Immigrantion brought structures like mosques and synagogues. New holidays were celebrated because a country became more populated with outsiders. Food coices increased satisfying and exciting people's tastes. It also increased a country's population. Immigration was, and still is, important all over the world because it has many positive impacts.