In the history of Islamic art, important decorative motifs and compositions were influenced by __________.

______________ originated in the third century when devout Christians retired to the desert

A. Iconoclasm B. Monasticism C. Orthodoxy D. Pilgrimage

The Torah and the Code of Hammurabi similarly

a) establish codes of laws. b) define ethical behavior. c) govern people of different classes equally, including slaves. d) incorporate ritual hymns of praise to the prophets.