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Shariah Definition & Meaning

shariah
noun
  1. the code of law derived from the Koran and from the teachings and example of Mohammed; "sharia is only applicable to Muslims"; "under Islamic law there is no separation of church and state"

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What does shariah mean?
the code of law derived from the Koran and from the teachings and example of Mohammed; "sharia is only applicable to Muslims"; "under Islamic law there is no separation of church and state"
What part of speech is shariah?
Shariah is a noun.

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