Question

What made Mecca one of

the most important of these trade centers? How did the growth of Mecca affect the Quraysh?

Answer 1

The city was able to maintain decent amounts of food and water, and therefore was an important pit stop for trade caravans traveling along the Red Sea. This was especially important given the merchant culture of Arabia. Along with the port of Jidda, Medina and Mecca thrived through years of pilgrimage.

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