The rulers of the Arab empire generally exhibited more tolerance towards monotheistic religions such as Christianity and Judaism, allowing them to practice their faiths as long as they paid a special tax. However, they were less accommodating towards polytheistic religions such as Zoroastrianism and pagan traditions, often forcibly converting or persecuting followers of these faiths. Ultimately, the rulers' treatment of different religions varied depending on their political motives and the level of threat they perceived from each religious group. Overall, monotheistic religions tended to receive more favorable treatment compared to polytheistic religions under Arab rule.
