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182 Companions of the Holy Prophet Those people who affi rmed the truth of the Holy Prophet(sa) during his life time and were a witness to his actions. Djinn Such beings that remain hidden or aloof from the common people. According to popular myth, these beings have supernatural powers and are synony- mous with the Western concept of the Genie. Emigrants Muslim refugees mainly from Mecca who arrived in Medina at the time of the Holy Prophet’s migra- tion there. Eid-ul-Fitr Muslim festival celebrated at the end of the month of fasting. Farishta Angel. Fatwa A religious edict. Faust A magician and alchemist in German legend who sold his soul to the Devil in exchange for power and worldly experience. Gibreel Character associated with the Angel Gabriel (Gibreel in Urdu) who was responsible for the transmission of the revelations to the Holy Prophet(sa). Hadhrat Muhammad(sa) The Holy Prophet of Islam. Hadith The traditions of the Holy Prophet(sa). Halal That which is lawful under rules of Islam. Hamza Uncle of the Holy Prophet(sa) who accepted Islam and was killed at the battle of Uhud. Hijab The name given in The Satanic Verses to the alleged brothel that is said to have existed in Mecca. Hindus Adherents of the Hindu faith, mainly found in India.