alone.

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.

Purdah--curtain.

Qasidah--elegy or eulogy.

Saki--the cup-bearer, wine-giver.

Sufi--see Foreword, p. 2.