1. Questions:
How were the rules for Muslims different than rules set for Non- Muslims as evidenced in the Pact of Umar?
How were the rules for Muslims similar to the rules for Non-Muslims as evidenced in the Pact of Umar?
How would you have felt as a dhimma (“protected person”) living under the Pact of Umar?
How would you have felt as a Muslim living under the Pact of Umar?
What impact might having different sets of rules for different groups have on a society?- Think positive/negative, potential benefits, potential downsides; explain your reasoning