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Dar al-Harb

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Dar al-Harb, also known as "House of War" in Arabic, is an Islamic term that refers to territories or regions where non-Muslims live in a state of conflict or war with Muslims. It is a concept used in Islamic jurisprudence to classify regions outside the Islamic realm. In these regions, Islamic law does not prevail, and Muslims are considered to be in a state of defensive conflict.

Sample Sentences:

1. According to Islamic tradition, Dar al-Harb refers to areas where Muslims are engaged in military conflict with non-Muslims.
2. The scholars of Islamic law use the concept of dar al-harb to determine the rules and regulations applicable to Muslims residing in such regions.
3. In the medieval era, the borders between dar al-Harb and dar al-Islam were constantly shifting due to ongoing conflicts.

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