The Contribution of Islamic Civilization to the Scientific and Technical Advancement of the World

Despite backward situation of Arab Peninsula in the Age of Ignorance, that is, pre-Islamic era, Muslim researchers and intellectuals endeavored to enter the realm of science by displaying their talents and introducing their innovations. This article describes the geographical expansion of Islam, the progress of Islamic civilization with its advances in areas such as medicine, physics, astronomy, and history, as well as its impact on western civilization. It demonstrates how Muslims were able to achieve a remarkable civilization and benefit other societies, particularly the western world.