Saladin: The Unifier of the Muslim World

Saladin, founder of the Ayuba Dynasty, was a key figure in uniting the Muslim world against the Crusaders. Born in 1138, he rose to power in Egypt and Syria, becoming a respected leader known for his military prowess and chivalry. Despite facing assassination attempts, he formed strategic alliances and led successful campaigns, including the capture of Jerusalem in 1187. His interactions with European leaders during the Third Crusade, particularly Richard the Lionheart, are legendary. Saladin's legacy continued through his descendants, although his coalition dissolved after his death in 1193.

What was Saladin's original name?

• Yusuf IBN Ayub

• Nur Aldine

• Rashid Sinan

• Guy Lusignan

Which title did Saladin take that means 'the righteousness of Faith'?

• Nur Aldine

• Salah al-Din

• Rashid Sinan

• Guy Lusignan

What position did Saladin hold in Egypt before becoming Sultan?

• Caliph

• General

• Vizier

• King

Who were Saladin's two main rivals that died, allowing him to consolidate power?

• Frederick Barbarossa and Philip II

• King Baldwin IV and Richard the Lionheart

• King Amalric of Jerusalem and Nur Aldine

• Guy Lusignan and Reynald of Chatillon

Which battle was a turning point in the history of the Crusades, where Saladin's forces defeated the Crusaders?

• Battle of Arsuf

• Battle of Jaffa

• Battle of Hattin

• Battle of Montgisard

Who did Saladin personally execute after the Battle of Hattin?

• Reynald of Chatillon

• King Baldwin IV

• Guy Lusignan

• Richard the Lionheart

Which European king led the Third Crusade against Saladin?

• Richard the Lionheart

• King Baldwin IV

• Philip II

• Frederick Barbarossa

What was the outcome of the Treaty of Ramla in 1192?

• Jerusalem was recaptured by the Crusaders

• Jerusalem remained under Muslim control but open to Christian pilgrimages

• Saladin was defeated and captured

• The Crusaders were expelled from the Holy Land

What did Saladin offer Richard the Lionheart when he was wounded in battle?

• A ransom

• A peace treaty

• His personal physician's services

• A truce

What was notable about Saladin's wealth at the time of his death?

• He buried it in a secret location

• He used it to build a grand palace

• He had donated much of it to subjects and charities

• He left a vast fortune