Question

Why was the caliph important?
(What did he influence?)

Answer 1

He was a spiritual and political leader

Step-by-step explanation:

According to Khan Academy, "The caliph was to be a spiritual and political leader, elected by his fellow Muslims. From 632-661, under the Rashidun Caliphate, the Muslim community elected caliphs who were close associates and extended family members of Muhammad. Under the Rashidun, the state expanded rapidly out of Arabia."