Introduces some of the ideas upon which Islamic civilization rests and serves also to ‘place’ the civilization historically and geographically. Explains the symbolic meaning of Mecca, its furnishings, and the traditional pilgrimage. Suitable for upper primary and secondary levels.
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In ACMI's collection
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Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
505621
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Religion
Documentary → Documentary films - Great Britain
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Islam
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Muslims
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Philosophy and religion
Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Religion
Educational & Instructional → Instructional
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)