: How the jinn were believed to inspire ancient Arab poets, acting as a "muse" that provided verses from the supernatural realm.
: Accounts of possession, "diseases of the heart," and the use of talismans—such as crosses or Passover biscuits—to ward off jinn of different faiths. Core Concepts Islam, Arabs, and the Intelligent World of the ...
The book positions the jinn not as "demons" in a Western sense, but as a alongside humans and angels. Key traits highlighted include: : How the jinn were believed to inspire