A "Dhimmi" is a historical term used in Islamic societies to refer to non-Muslims who are granted protection and certain rights under Islamic law. This status typically applies to people of the Abrahamic faiths, such as Jews and Christians, allowing them to practice their religion in exchange for paying a tax called jizya. Dhimmi status provided a degree of security and autonomy, but it also came with specific restrictions, such as limitations on public displays of their faith and certain legal inequalities. The concept has evolved over time and varies in interpretation across different Islamic cultures and historical contexts.