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Ommiad (Noun)

Meaning

The first dynasty of Arab caliphs whose capital was Damascus.

Classification

Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.

Examples

  • The Umayyad caliphs played a significant role in shaping the Islamic empire's politics, culture, and architecture during their reign from 661 to 750 CE.
  • Under the Umayyad dynasty, Damascus flourished as a center of learning, art, and commerce, attracting scholars and traders from across the Islamic world.
  • The Umayyad caliphs oversaw the construction of many notable buildings, including the Great Mosque of Damascus, which became a symbol of Islamic architectural excellence.
  • Despite facing opposition from other Arab tribes and Islamic factions, the Umayyad dynasty managed to expand its territories and consolidate power throughout the Middle East.
  • The Umayyad era is often remembered for its tolerance of non-Muslim minorities, as well as its patronage of Arabic literature and poetry.

Synonyms

  • Umayyad
  • Omayyad

Hypernyms

  • Dynasty
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