The History of the Caliphate and Rise of Islamism

CrashCourse

In this episode of Crash Course World History, John Green explores the complex history and modern political implications of the 'Caliphate' and the 'Islamic State.' The video deconstructs the rise of groups like ISIS within the context of Islamic history, distinguishing between the religious faith of Islam and the political ideology of Islamism. It traces the origins of the Caliphate from the death of Prophet Muhammad through the Rashidun, Umayyad, and Abbasid eras, examining how the concept of leadership evolved from a religious community to a vast empire.