How much emphasis should leaders place on their own religious beliefs when ruling others?

1. How much emphasis should leaders place on their own religious beliefs when ruling others?

2. By the 1300’s Muslim (Turkish) armies began invading India. What do you think these leaders would have thought about HINDUISM??

3. The Muslim Empire in India Invasions by Muslims into India created what we call the Mughal Empire 1526-1707 “Mughal” means Mongol in Persian

4. Mughal Rulers of India Some Mughal rulers were tolerant of Indian Culture. AKBAR-Ruled the Mughal Empire from 1556-1605 What is he best known for? He took a Hindu wife and allowed all religions to worship freely and participate in government.

5. The Mughal empire thrived under Akbar’s tolerant leadership By 1658 the Mughal Empire covered almost the entire sub-continent of India

6. Shah Jahan Shah Jahan ruled until 1658 • Shah Jahan continued Akbar’s policies. He allowed Hindus to worship freely and have a place in government!! What do you think happened after he died??? Perhaps there’s a lesson in this for us??

7. Let’s see what we learned today! What religion were the Mughal emperors of India? Muslim When did the Mughals rule India? 1500’s – 1700’s, BUT the Turks invaded as early as the 1300’s! You’ll find that out when you read the text book this weekend.

8. T-F Akbar was a horrible leader, who treated Hindus poorly! False What evidence shows Akbar was tolerant of Hindus? 1. He let them worship freely 2. They could have jobs in government 3. He married a Hindu woman

9. How many children did Mumtaz Mahal have? 14! T-F The Taj Mahal is the world’s most extravagant mosque. False, it’s a mausoleum.

10. T-F Aurangzeb, Shah Jahan’s son carried on his father’s tolerance toward Hindus. FALSE! What can Akbar, Shah Jahan and Aurangzeb teach us about leadership?

11. Don’t forget to read this weekend. 215 – 221 Take Notes – Quiz Tuesday You can use your notes.

12. The Grand Mosque of Cordoba 785 AD