1-3 Crusades

The Holy Land

Ancient home land of Jews and place where Jesus live.

Trade

Crusaders discovered new foods, spices and fabrics. They dressed in clothing made from muslin. They ate melons, apricots, sesame seeds and carob beans. This led to increased __________________.

Peace treaty ending 3rd Crusade

Crusaders keep a chain of cities along the coast of Palestine. Muslims agreed to let Christian pilgrims enter Jerusalem

King Richard, the Lionhearted

King of England and Christian leader of 3rd Crusade. He was ruthless and brave. Killed 2,700 Muslims even though he had reached an agreement with Salah al- Din to exchange prisoners. He grew impatient waiting.

Political and social affects of Crusades

Monarchs grew more powerful- knights and nobles were at war

2nd Crusade

Muslims banded together, so the Christians were badly defeated

3rd Crusade

Muslims were taking over. Salah al-Din formed the largest Muslim empire. He took back most of Palestine & captured Jerusalem

Salah al -Din

The greatest Muslim general. Led victorious Muslim forces in the 2nd and 3rd Crusades. He was well known for his courtesy and military skills. He ransomed or freed most prisoners he took.

1st Crusade

The only time Christians took control of the city of Jerusalem

Why did muslims want to take back Jerusalem from the Christians?

They believed that Muhammad wanted the to join together as one army and fight together to defeat them.

Major purpose of the Crusades

To gain control of Palestine and Jerusalem.

Reasons people joined the Crusades

1. Christians-promise of heaven 2. Merchants-chance to earn money thru trade 3. Nobles- hope to gain estates in Holy Land

What did Ibn al-thir say to the muslims to motivate them to fight back?

1. he called them very lazy 2. He said that the needed to join together as an army

Major events that lead up to the Crusades

1.Seljuk Turks start to establish Muslim empire 2. Jerusalem sacred city for Christians, Jews, and Muslims 3. Seljuks threaten Constantinople.

Muslim impact of Crusades

Property destroyed 2. Lives lost 3. Gained exposure to new weapons and military ideas 4. Earned riches through trade 5. Political changes- band together

Pope Urban II

Raised the first Crusader force by promising heaven to all who fought.

Why did Christians want to take back Jerusalem and the Holy Land from the Muslims?

The Christians were killed and hurt on their way to Jerusalem by Seljuk Turks. The Christians wanted to be safe on their pilgrimages

Important religious shrines in Jerusalem

The Dome to Rock for Muslims, King Solomon's Temple for Jews.

what was said in pope urban II speech to make christians go on the crusades?

The Pope told them that God wanted them to take arms and fight. The Pope promised them that their sins would be forgiven and they would be guaranteed salvation

crusades

military expeditions to the holy land