Why Did Islam Spread So Quickly Dbq

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Islam spread so quickly, because of trade, devoted followers and invasion of armies. Trade helped Islam spread quickly. According to Doc A, Mecca was prosperous and important since it was at the crossroads of caravan trade. Because Mecca was at the crossroads of trade (Islam was there) many foreigners became introduced to Islam and they expressed that idea to other people.

Another way that trade spread was by devoted followers. According to Doc C, by 622-632, Islam spread to as far as Medina. This shows that people who follow Islamic culture, will try to go to the ends of the world to show people how awesome their religion is.

Lastly, another way that trade spread was by invasion