The Kara-Khanid Khaganate: First Turkic Muslim Empire
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I am Emre-E. Yavuz and I produce documentaries and write books about ancient and medieval Turkic and Steppe history. My professional areas of interest include the Xiongnu, the Huns of Attila, the Göktürks, the Uyghurs, the Khazars, and other various Turkic and non-Turkic peoples of the Eurasian Steppe Belt up until the High Middle Ages (around 1300 AD). Furthermore, topics like the ancient religion of Tengrism, Turkic Mythology, the Transeurasian Theory, the ancient Turkic law, and reasons for Steppe migrations are also included. My vision is to bring these mostly forgotten peoples back to life by utilizing state-of-the-art AI technology without neglecting historicity. My mission, meanwhile, is to tackle obsolete cliché-driven narratives about these so-called "barbarian" peoples, thereby creating a space in which everyone from all over the world can experience history from anew without any bias. Khan's Den is part of the YavuzArts brand.
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This documentary explores the pivotal role of the Kara-Khanid Empire in shaping Central Asian and Islamic history. From the dominance of Turkic dynasties across the Eurasian Steppe to the rise of the Kara-Khanids, we trace the evolution of Turkic political power and cultural influence. The narrative begins with an overview of major Turkic empires, including the Xiongnu, Göktürks, Uyghurs, and Kyrgyz, highlighting the unique supremacy of the Göktürks. We then examine the factors leading to the fragmentation of Turkic political unity and the subsequent emergence of diverse, independent Turkic states adopting various religious and cultural identities. Central to our story is the formation of the Kara-Khanid Khaganate in 840 CE, born from the alliance of Karluk tribes. We delve into the significance of the Kara-Khanids' conversion to Islam, marking a crucial turning point in the integration of Turkic peoples into the broader Islamic world. The documentary covers key aspects of Kara-Khanid history, including: - Origins and tribal composition - Territorial conquests and expansion - Economic systems and trade networks - Cultural and religious transformations - Long-lasting legacy and influence on subsequent Turkic-Islamic states Through this exploration, we aim to illuminate the Kara-Khanids' critical role as a bridge between the nomadic Turkic traditions of the steppe and the settled Islamic civilization of the Middle East and Central Asia. Chapters: 00:00 Enter Karakhanid Turks 03:09 Mysterious Origins 09:13 A personal message from the Khan 10:46 The Karluks' Rise to Power 21:40 Imperial History 33:23 Becoming Muslim 45:00 Downfall and Legacy of the Karakhanids Support me on Patreon: Patreon.com/khansden Buy my book: https://amzn.to/3fwqmKR Visit my site: khansden.net Buy merch! KhansDenShop.com
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