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Islamic Emirate

/ɪsˈlɑː.mɪk ˈɛm.ɪ.reɪt/
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  1. 1

    A political territory governed by an emir, where the laws and governance are based on Islamic principles.

    "The Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan was established in the 1990s, marking a significant shift in the country's governance."
  2. 2

    A state or region ruled by an emir, particularly in the context of Islamic law.

    "The concept of an Islamic Emirate has been a topic of debate among various factions within the region."

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The term 'Islamic Emirate' combines 'Islamic', derived from the Arabic 'Islam', meaning submission to God, and 'Emirate', from Arabic 'amir', meaning commander or prince. Historically, it refers to a political entity governed by Islamic law, evolving in the context of Islamic governance since the 7th century.

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