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The Great Mosque of Sankore and Songhai's Intellectual Golden Age
While previous episodes have explored the military might of Sonni Ali and the administrative reforms of Askia Muhammad, Episode 243 turns its gaze to the intellectual heart of the Songhai Empire: the University of Sankore in Timbuktu. We examine how this institution became one of the most prestigious centers of learning in the pre-modern world, attracting scholars from across the Islamic world. The conversation details the rigorous curriculum of Maliki jurisprudence, astronomy, and mathematics, as well as the vibrant book trade that made Timbuktu a hub of knowledge rather than just commerce…
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