How did the shang dynasty gain and hold on to power?

They gained power by believing that they were the most powerful of all. They built a palace and temple that stood at the center of the city. The king was the most powerful figure, serving as the political, religious, and military leader of Shang China

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muslims have taken his goods and products to different parts of asia an indonesia. sometimes just traveled and trade, but in other occasions, stayed in the place and made a living.

trade was the key for muslims economies to prosper. their commerce routes reached far places like malaysia and java in the 11th century.

another important factor for prosperity was that muslim states served as the middle point for european traders.

they used to travel by land but sailing the seas -the indian ocean- really increase the exportation of products.