Dhimmi
A Dhimmi, or Zimmi (Arabic ذمّي), as defined in classical Islamic legal and political literature, is a person living in a Muslim state who is a member of an officially tolerated non-Islamic religion. The term literally means person of the dhimma, the security treaty signed with the Muslim state. In both legal theory and practice, dhimmis have fewer legal rights and obligations than Muslims.
Related Topics:
Islam - Literature - Tolerated - Right - Obligation
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| ► | Introduction |
| ► | Background |
| ► | Modern vs. customary practice |
| ► | Status of Dhimmis |
| ► | Dhimmis in Islam vs. minorities in non-Muslim societies |
| ► | See also |
| ► | Notes |
| ► | References |
| ► | External links |
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