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Ahlul Kitab, which translates to "People of the Book" in Arabic, is a term used in Islam to refer to religious communities that have received and follow a divine scripture. In particular, Ahlul Kitab typically refers to Jews and Christians. These two Abrahamic faiths are considered "People of the BoRead more
Ahlul Kitab, which translates to “People of the Book” in Arabic, is a term used in Islam to refer to religious communities that have received and follow a divine scripture. In particular, Ahlul Kitab typically refers to Jews and Christians. These two Abrahamic faiths are considered “People of the Book” because they possess their own holy scriptures: the Torah for Jews and the Bible (which includes the Old and New Testaments) for Christians.The concept of Ahlul Kitab is significant in Islamic theology because Muslims are encouraged to engage with and show respect to the followers of these faiths due to their shared belief in monotheism and the possession of divine scriptures. While there are theological differences between these religions, there is also a recognition of common ground in terms of belief in one God and certain moral principles.In Islamic law, there are specific rules and guidelines regarding interactions with Ahlul Kitab, such as the permissibility of marrying Jewish or Christian individuals and the acceptability of consuming food prepared by them, among others. These rules are intended to facilitate peaceful coexistence and promote understanding among different religious communities
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