Across
- 2. dynasty that led the Golden Age of Islam and was more tolerant and diverse
- 5. Ottoman ruler who conquered Constantinople
- 6. largest branch of Islam, believing leaders should be chosen by the community
- 8. Persian empire known for strong culture and Shi’a Islam
- 11. Indian empire that blended Persian and Indian traditions
- 12. branch of Islam believing leadership should stay within Muhammad’s family
- 14. Empire that lasted for centuries and captured Constantinople
- 16. Ottoman sultan called “the Magnificent”
- 17. branch of math expanded by Muslim scholars
Down
- 1. tall towers on mosques used to call people to prayer
- 3. collection of Middle Eastern stories and legends
- 4. leader who founded the Ottoman Empire
- 7. young founder of the Safavid Empire
- 8. Turkish rulers who governed alongside the Abbasids, handling the military and political power
- 9. early Islamic dynasty focused on conquest and Arab dominance
- 10. Mughal ruler known for tolerance and strong leadership
- 13. Muslim place of worship
- 15. white marble tomb built by a Mughal emperor