Many changes have occurred in the Muslim world since our last ambassador was here. Muslims here have argued among themselves about who is the true successor to the prophet Muhammad, and now instead of one united Islam, the faith is divided between Sunnis and Shi'as. Despite this split, Islam has spread far beyond the Arabian Peninsula. The empire here has spread across the region, into Africa, and even into Southern Europe. The Muslims have made great advancements as well. New works have been produced in medicine and science. Al-Khwarizmi has even discovered a new type of math called algebra. In addition, I think they have made great strides in art and architecture. Grand mosques now appear in cities across the empire.
