Kaaba—central sanctuary of Islam, at Mecca, holy city of Islam.
Kafir—unbeliever, one who is not a Muslim.
Kismet—fate.
Lakh—100,000: myriad.
Masnawi—epic poem, written in rhymed couplets.
Mecca, Medina—sacred places of Islam, in Arabia: the birthplace and burial place of Muhammad.
Muhammad—the Prophet of Islam (A.D. 570-632).
Mushaira—poetical concourse (see Foreword p. 1.).
Muslim—or Musulman; lit. one surrendered to Allah alone.
Prophet—see Muhammad.