Jihad (AQA GCSE Religious Studies A): Flashcards
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Meaning of 'jihad' in Arabic
Meaning of 'jihad' in Arabic
To struggle
Two types of jihad
Two types of jihad
Greater jihad and lesser jihad
Greater jihad definition
Greater jihad definition
Internal spiritual battle within oneself
Most important type of jihad
Most important type of jihad
Greater jihad (inner struggle)
Lesser jihad definition
Lesser jihad definition
Physical struggle to defend Islam and Muslim community
When is fighting permitted in Islam?
When is fighting permitted in Islam?
Self-defence or to protect the innocent
Can innocent civilians be harmed in lesser jihad?
Can innocent civilians be harmed in lesser jihad?
No, they must not be harmed
When must fighting stop in lesser jihad?
When must fighting stop in lesser jihad?
When the enemy surrenders
Which type of jihad do most Muslims today prioritize?
Which type of jihad do most Muslims today prioritize?
Greater jihad (spiritual struggle)
Nature of Prophet Muhammad's military conflicts
Nature of Prophet Muhammad's military conflicts
Defensive actions to protect early Muslim community
What is forbidden in lesser jihad?
What is forbidden in lesser jihad?
Excessive force or cruelty
Preferred option in conflict according to Qur'an
Preferred option in conflict according to Qur'an
Peace should always be preferred when possible