Islamic lexicon

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adab - use manners instead

Dhimmi - A non-Muslim 'protected' person who is expected to follow special rules, traditionally a Jew or Christian

Dhimmitude - The inferior position and 'protection' of Jews and Christians under Islamic rule. Some societies have extended this 'protection' to other religious groups, like Hindus.

Jizyah - a special tax on Dhimmis.

pbuh - peace be upon him - usually uttered after reference to prophets recognised by Islam