Revolutions and Rebellions of the Egyptians and the Copts During the Reign of Caliph Al-Ma'mun (198-218 AH/813-833 AD)

Abstract

The research aims to track the Egyptians rebellions in general and the Copts rebellions in particular during the reign of Caliph Al-Ma’mun. It traces the historical events of the conflict that took place between Al-Amin and Al-Ma’mun and its reflection in Egypt; as well as the events that took place during the reign of the Abbasid rulers in Egypt and the emergence of some local forces to monopolize power. The research also includes a historical overview of the Arab presence in Egypt since ancient times, and their stability that coincided with the Islamic conquests in Egypt. The research used the historical, descriptive and analytical method, and concluded with a number of results, most importantly: the wrong financial policies practiced by the rulers of Egypt and their tax workers during the Islamic era, particularly duringthe era of Al-Ma’mun, had a major role in creating cases of rebellion against the caliphate. The arrival of the Caliph Al-Ma'mun himself to Egypt during the Bashmurians Revolthad a role in achieving some justice and getting Egypt back to the bosom of the Abbasid Caliphate.