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:: Volume 1, Issue 59 (autumn 2025) ::
islamhistory 2025, 1(59): 60-63 Back to browse issues page
Foundations of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Peaceful Coexistence with the Dhimmis
Ydollah Hajizadeh *
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 Understanding the nature of the Messenger of God’s (PBUH) interaction with the Dhimmis and comprehending its underlying foundations is of particular significance, given his status as a model and exemplar for Muslims. Dhimmis, who comprise those People of the Book living under the protection of the Islamic government through a covenant of dhimmah, included a wide range of Christians, Jews, Sabians, and Zoroastrians during the early Islamic period. This study seeks to describe the nature of the Prophet’s interaction with them as reflected in his conduct (Sīrah). Employing a descriptive-analytical method, the study concludes that the general principle governing the Prophet’s treatment of the Dhimmis was peaceful coexistence. The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) consistently emphasized the observance of the rights of the Dhimmis. He endeavored to ensure their personal and financial security, guarantee their freedom, safeguard their rights, and promote tolerance and accommodation toward them within the Islamic community, while avoiding violence and mistreatment. The foundations of these practices are rooted in religious teachings. These teachings recognize the religious freedom of the Dhimmis as well as the protection of their lives and property, emphasize benevolent conduct toward non-Muslims, and underscore the necessity of respecting their rights.
Keywords: Dhimmis, People of the Book, Jizyah, Peaceful Coexistence.
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Type of Study: case report | Subject: Special
Received: 2025/06/25 | Accepted: 2025/09/1
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