Beyond Religion
Unpacking the Multifaceted Decline of Islamic Empires Through Political, Economic, and Military Lenses
While religious factors played a role in the decline of some Islamic empires, it’s not the sole determinant of their fate.
Here are some additional factors to consider which indirectly being effected by the Islamic doctrine.
Political and Social Fragmentation: Many Islamic empires were plagued by internal divisions, political instability, and social fragmentation. This made it difficult for them to maintain their power and cohesion.
Economic Stagnation: In some cases, Islamic empires failed to adapt to changing economic conditions, leading to stagnation and decline.
Military Weakness: As European powers developed more advanced military technologies and strategies, some Islamic empires found themselves at a disadvantage however, they failed to adapt to the new advancement and modernization.
Foreign Intervention: European powers often intervened in the affairs of Islamic empires, seeking to weaken them and gain control of their territories, one of the main reason they succeeded was the fractured trust between the Islamic ruler and the nation under religious abuse.
