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Refers to people who identify as having an Arabic or Middle Eastern ancestry.

What is the main geographical region inhabited by Arabs?

Quote: "Arabs are an ethnic group mainly inhabiting the Arab world in Western Asia and Northern Africa."

According to the Abrahamic tradition, who are the ancestors of Arabs?

Quote: "Arabs are descendants of Abraham through his son Ishmael."

Which influential civilizations were established by Arabs in the ancient Near East?

Quote: "Arabs established influential civilizations starting from 3000 BCE onwards, such as Dilmun, Gerrha and, Magan."

Which kingdoms or tribes were prominent in Arabia during classical antiquity?

Quote: "Powerful Arab kingdoms such as Saba, Lihyan, Minaean, Qataban, Hadhramaut, Awsan, and Homerite emerged in Arabia."

Which kingdoms existed in the Levant and Mesopotamia during the same period?

Quote: "The Nabataeans established their kingdom with Petra as the capital in 300 BCE... the Palmyrene Empire with the capital Palmyra... the Osroene and Hatran were Arab kingdoms in Upper Mesopotamia around 200 CE."

What religion did most Arabs follow before the rise of Islam?

Quote: "Before Islam, most Arabs followed polytheistic Semitic religion."

What was the notable achievement of the Arab empires in history?

Quote: "At its peak, Arab territories stretched from southern France to eastern China, forming one of history's largest empires."

When did the Great Arab Revolt take place, and what was its impact?

Quote: "The Great Arab Revolt in the early 20th century aided in dismantling the Ottoman Empire."

What organization was formed to promote Arab unity?

Quote: "The Arab League... formed on 22 March 1945, with its Charter endorsing the principle of a 'unified Arab homeland'."

What aspects of culture and society are influenced by Arab identity?

Quote: "Arabs have their own customs, literature, music, dance, media, food, clothing, society, sports, architecture, art and mythology."

How have Arabs contributed to various fields of human progress?

Quote: "Arabs have significantly influenced and contributed to human progress in many fields, including science, technology, philosophy, ethics, literature, politics, business, art, music, comedy, theatre, cinema, architecture, food, medicine, and religion."

What percentage of Arabs are Muslims?

Quote: "Currently, around 93% of Arabs are Muslims."

Besides Muslims, what other religious groups can be found among the Arab population?

Quote: "Rest are mainly Arab Christians, as well as Arab groups of Druze and Baháʼís."

What is the significance of Mecca in Arab history?

Quote: "Islamic sources state that Abraham brought Hagar and Ishmael to Mecca."

What ethnic and linguistic characteristics define the Arab people?

Quote: "Arabs share a common bond based on ethnicity, language, culture, history, identity, ancestry, nationalism, geography, unity, and politics."

Which ancient civilizations had trade links with the Arabs?

Quote: "Arabs established influential civilizations... playing a vital role in trade between Mesopotamia and the Mediterranean."

Who were considered the patriarchs of the pre-Islamic Arabs?

Quote: "The 14th-century Arab historian Ibn Kathir mentioned that the pre-Islamic Arabs considered Ishmael as their patriarch."

Which empires declined due to the rise of Arab empires?

Quote: "Leading to the decline of the Byzantine and Sasanian empires."

Where did Arabs have a significant diaspora?

Quote: "Moreover, a significant Arab diaspora is present in various parts of the world."

How many years have Arabs been present in the Fertile Crescent?

Quote: "Arabs have been in the Fertile Crescent for thousands of years."