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Kitabus Siyar [Military regultions] - Jizyah

Question 2327) - What is Jizyah?

A: Jizyah is what is taken from the Zimmis to protect their lives and wealth. There are two kinds - Jizyah which is given by consent at the time of a peace treaty, the amount is determined by mutual consent, and Jizyah which imposed on those conquered by force and left to live in their lands.

~ al-Quduri ~