Islam and its Impact in Egypt Islam has influenced Egypt culturally, politically and socially. When Egypt was conquered by Amir ibn al As, (made commander by the founder of Islam himself, Muhammed) on December 12, 639, Islam was introduced into the country of Egypt. This conquest ushered in a new Islamic way of life for the Egyptian people, for example a new way of dressing, speaking, and even new religious rituals. The conquest of Egypt began when the Prophet Muhammad died. Amir ibn…
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