Cultural trends in pre-modern Kerala were shaped by interactions with various civilizations including Greco-Romans, Chinese, Arabs, Europeans, Jews, Russians, Portuguese, Dutch, and British. Accounts from ancient travelers like Megasthanese, Chou-Ju-Kua, Sulaiman, Ibn Khurdabbeh, and European travel

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The United Nations Resolution 181, passed in 1947, recommended the partition of Palestine into Arab and Jewish states. This plan, which led to conflict and violence, was considered a legal basis for the establishment of Israel. The resolution addressed the competing claims of Jews and Arabs over Bri

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European partitioning after the Ottoman Empire's breakup led to regional conflict in the Middle East. The establishment of the modern State of Israel in 1948 was influenced by Jewish religious ties to the land, the Holocaust, anti-Semitism, and Zionism in Europe. This historical context also sheds l

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Explore the rich cultural tapestry of Southwest Asia, home to diverse ethnic groups including Arabs, Kurds, and Persians. Learn about their shared histories, languages, and traditions. Delve into the unique religious beliefs of Arabs, Persians, and Kurds, and discover the commonalities and differenc

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The concept of the afterlife, referred to as "Akhira" in Arabic, holds significant meanings in Arabian culture as explored through Quranic verses and cultural beliefs. Unlike many cultures, the Arabs initially did not believe in life after death, but there are intriguing analogies made in Islamic te

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