The Abbasid caliphs tried to

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The Abbasid caliphs aimed to break down the distinction between Arab and non-Arab Muslims, and promoted the idea of Islamic unity. This was reflected in the caliphs' appointment of non-Arab Muslims to high positions and their encouragement of the translation of Greek and Persian works into Arabic, which helped to spread knowledge and unite Muslims of all ethnic backgrounds. The other choices are not accurate as the Abbasids did not try to create a new capital at Persepolis, launch a holy war against Christianity, end the practice of religious toleration or end intermarriage between Muslims and non-Muslims.

The Abbasid Caliphs Tried to