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Dive into the vast and rich chronology of Turkic and Steppe history with Khan's Den. From the majestic nomadic empires like the Xiongnu and Huns that shaped Eurasian landscapes to the enduring cultural legacies of the Turks and Mongols that span centuries, join our journey through the heartlands of Central Asia and beyond. Explore the triumphs, struggles, and profound influences of Steppe peoples on global history – with a focus on the Turkic peoples – from ancient times to the End of the Middle Ages. And lastly, re-discover long-forgotten myths and legends that shaped the identities and legacies of these nomadic societies. From Mongolia to Ukraine, from Ötüken to Budapest, and from the Orkhon Inscriptions to Attila's speeches, let us dive into the enduring spirit of the Eurasian Steppe Belt.

All episodes are produced by Emre-E. Yavuz, founder and owner of the Khan's Den media channels and author of "The Göktürks: Origins, Religion and Rapid Rise of the First Turkic Empire" and "The Göktürks: Second Edition".

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The Khazar Empire: Turkic-Jewish Influence in Medieval Ukraine

December 6, 2024•1 hour 2 minutes

Discover the Khazar Empire, a captivating yet lesser-known state of the Middle Ages. These Turkic warriors established a significant trading empire between Europe and Asia, uniquely converting to Judaism. From their beginnings as Tengrist steppe nomads to their rise as a trading power in Ukraine and the Caucasus, explore their religious transformation and lasting impact on Eastern European Jewry. Uncover the story of their role in trade, their battles with Arabs, Byzantines, and other Turkic peoples, and their eventual fall to the Kievan Rus' and Oghuz Turks. Delve into the controversial Khazar Hypothesis and their enduring legacy.

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00:00:Lifting the Veil on the Khazars

02:01:03:Mysterious Origins in Central Asia

08:04:22:Khazar Political System, Society and Military

16:23:18:Expanding the Khaganate

22:19:03:Khazar-Arab Wars

28:04:00:Religious Conversion from Tengrism to Judaism

40:01:50:The Khazar-Byzantine Connection

42:51:51:Why and how did the Khazars Fall?

45:52:18:Khazar Remains and the Jewish-Khazar Hypothesis

00:00:Conclusion: Khazar Legacy

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