m-j-s

Description

The Arabic root م-ج-س (m-j-s) refers to Magians or Zoroastrians, the followers of the ancient Persian religion centered on fire worship and dualism. In its single Quranic occurrence (22:17), it appears in a verse listing various religious communities that God will judge on the Day of Resurrection, including believers, Jews, Sabians, Christians, Magians, and polytheists. The mention of Magians reflects the Quran's acknowledgment of the diverse religious landscape of 7th-century Arabia and surrounding regions, emphasizing that all faith communities will ultimately be held accountable before God.