King Armah and Axum's Conversion to Islam

In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the fascinating story of King Armah (also known as Ashama ibn Abjar), the Aksumite ruler who granted asylum to early Muslims fleeing persecution in Mecca during the First Hijra of 615 CE. They discuss the historical context of Axum's relationship with the nascent Islamic community, the diplomatic correspondence between Armah and the Quraysh, and the lasting impact of this event on Christian-Muslim relations in the Horn of Africa. Lucas explains how Armah's decision led to a unique period of coexistence, with Axum becoming a safe haven for Muslims before the rise of the Islamic caliphate. The conversation also touches on the legendary accounts of Armah's refusal to hand over the refugees, the role of the Negus in Islamic tradition, and the subsequent Islamization of the region after Axum's decline. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of a pivotal but often overlooked moment in world history. #KingArmah #FirstHijra #Axum #Islam #Negus #Ethiopia #Quraysh #Mecca #ChristianMuslimRelations #HornOfAfrica #KebraNagast #Exile #Diplomacy #SeventhCentury #RedSea #Aksumite #History #FexingoHistory #KingdomOfAxum #AksumiteEmpire Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo