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Encyclopedia of Religion entry for
Jadd
A term used in Muhammadan law for either a paternal or a maternal grandfather. The word has also the meaning greatness, majesty, as in Surah xxii. 3: "May the Majesty of our Lord be exalted." [GRANDFATHER.] 
citations: Dictionary of Islam, Hughes
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