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Bible Encyclopedias
Haram (2)

Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

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a term used by Mohammedans to denote what deserves reprimand or punishment, because expressly forbidden by the law. It is the opposite of Halal (q.v.). The word Haram also signifies a sacred thing from which infidels are to abstain, as the temple of Mecca, or Mohammed's tomb at Medina.

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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Haram (2)'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/​encyclopedias/​eng/​tce/​h/haram-2.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.
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