👉 In Islamic jurisprudence, "barbary" refers to a class of Muslims who lived in North Africa and Egypt during the 12th century. This group of Muslims was known for their strict adherence to Islam and were considered to be more religiously committed than other Muslim communities. They believed that they were superior to other Muslims and often carried out acts of violence or terrorism against non-Muslims.
The term "barbary" is also used in the context of a specific type of
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