Abstract
This thesis examines some of the early Coptic perceptions of the Muslim conquest of Egypt that were mentioned in The Chronicle of John of Nikiu, written in the seventh century. It also compares it with the narratives in History of the Patriarchs of the Coptic Church of Alexandria which was collected in the 10th century. This comparison is aiming at recognizing the factors that could be responsible for the development of the Coptic perceptions on the Muslim conquest over three centuries. The study also examines if these sources are the production of a religious institute, such as the Coptic Church, or the mere work of individuals.
Department
Arab & Islamic Civilizations Department
Degree Name
MA in Arabic Studies
Graduation Date
2-1-2012
Submission Date
July 2012
First Advisor
Guirguis, Magdi
Second Advisor
Ferndes, Eleonora
Extent
NA
Document Type
Master's Thesis
Library of Congress Subject Heading 1
Egypt -- History -- 640-1250.
Library of Congress Subject Heading 2
Byzantine Empire -- History.
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Recommended Citation
APA Citation
Asfour, W.
(2012).The development of the Coptic perceptions of the Muslim conquest of Egypt [Master's Thesis, the American University in Cairo]. AUC Knowledge Fountain.
https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/890
MLA Citation
Asfour, Walid Mohamed. The development of the Coptic perceptions of the Muslim conquest of Egypt. 2012. American University in Cairo, Master's Thesis. AUC Knowledge Fountain.
https://fount.aucegypt.edu/etds/890