Unsur-Unsur Ketamadunan Baghdad (Elements of Civilization of Baghdad)

Abstract

Baghdad was once an important city in history as well as a pride for Muslims and a symbol of prosperity and human advancement. This prime moment happened in the period of what been called by scholars as the golden age of Islam. Through historical and conceptual analysis, this article attempt to describe the most important elements in Badghad during that period that triggered its achievement. The elements are identified as strenght of religiousity, utilization of diverse civilizations and traditions, strenght of governance, infrastructure development, economic growth, human capital management, and advancement of knowledge. This discussion gives significant light towards current and future development of human civilization.