The Articles Of Faith And The Pillars Of Islam: Jihad In Its Range Of Meanings, Physical, Mental And SpiritualCopy
Jihad – Quick Revision Cheat Sheet
| Aspect | Details | Qur’an / Hadith Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Meaning of Jihad | Literally means “to strive/struggle” in the way of Allah | Qur’an 22:78 – “Strive for Allah with the striving due to Him” |
| Types of Jihad | Striving against evil within oneself (greater jihad) and striving externally (lesser jihad) | Hadith: “The best jihad is against your own soul and desires” |
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Forms of Jihad
| Type | Explanation | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Spiritual Jihad (Greater Jihad) | Inner struggle against sin, pride, laziness; striving to obey Allah | Fasting despite hardship, resisting temptation |
| Mental Jihad | Striving with knowledge and intellect; spreading truth, refuting falsehood | Teaching Islam, writing, debating with wisdom |
| Physical Jihad (Lesser Jihad) | Armed struggle when necessary for defense of Islam and justice | Prophet ﷺ in Battle of Badr; Muslims defending against oppression |
| Social Jihad | Working to establish justice, equality, and service to society | Helping poor, fighting corruption |
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Rules of Physical Jihad
- Only for defense, not aggression (Qur’an 2:190).
- Must be declared by a legitimate leader.
- Protect civilians, women, children, property.
- Cease fighting if enemy seeks peace.
Importance of Jihad in Islam
| Dimension | Significance |
|---|---|
| Spiritual | Purifies soul, brings one closer to Allah |
| Moral | Builds patience, courage, and self-control |
| Social | Establishes justice and fights oppression |
| Physical | Defends Muslim community when under threat |
| Universal | Shows Islam is both personal (inner jihad) and collective (social justice) |
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