Almafer in the Islamic Era from the End of the Third Century until the End of the Sixth Century AH

Abstract

This study sheds light on the components of the area of Al-Ma'afir its cities, towns, and various population groups. It also highlights some models of the civilizational and political aspects, and does not delve deeper into the scientific and political aspects as there have been many studies on these fields. The study concludes that the land of Al-Ma'afir with its towns, villages and fortresses was the scene of political events since the end of the third century AH and continued throughout the following centuries. Most of the areas of Al-Ma'afer still have their historical names to date. In addition, the study refers to the active scientific movement in the cities of Al-Ma'afer and its large and small villages. The researcher follows the scientific historical method based on the collection of historical information from its sources and formulating those data according to scientific methodologies.