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The Muslim concept of is often confused with the idea of . Jihad means 'to struggle in the way of ', and refers at least as much to an inner or personal spiritual struggle as it does to war and fighting.

Most Muslim scholars agree there are two levels of jihad, and that of these, greater jihad is the more important.

Greater jihad

This refers to the personal spiritual struggle of every Muslim to follow the teachings of Allah in their daily lives, and includes overcoming evils such as anger, greed, pride and hatred, forgiving people who hurt them, and working for social justice.

Lesser jihad

Most Muslims are not , and believe it is justifiable to struggle to defend Islam, for justice, or in self-defence, and to use force if necessary. If all peaceful means fail, a Muslim should be ready to fight to defend the against aggression, to defend the oppressed, or to combat injustice. This is lesser jihad.

According to traditional teachings, war is acceptable as long as:

the war has a justified cause

the war is a last resort

the war is to protect Allah's creation

the war aims to restore peace

the war is controlled by a religious leader

the war is not fought as an act of aggression

the war is not fought to gain territory

A war cannot be described as jihad if:

the war is for political reasons

the purpose of the war is to force people to convert to Islam

the war puts women and children at risk

the war involves destruction of homes or places of worship

the war is likely to destroy trees, crops and animals

Muslims must fight on behalf of Allah to defend themselves and obey the rules of war:

Fight in the cause of Allah those who fight you, but do not transgress limits; for Allah loveth not transgressors.

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War and peace - Revision 5 - GCSE Religious Studies - BBC Bitesize

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The Muslim concept of is often confused with the idea of . Jihad means 'to struggle in the way of ', and refers at least as much to an inner or personal spiritual struggle as it does to war and fighting.

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Start studying 5. Jihad. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.

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A look at Muslim life in Wales. A young girl interviews the imam of a Cardiff mosque on what the Mosque teaches children today. His answers cover Islamic principles based on the idea of Islam as a peaceful religion, the Koran and the Islamic concept of ummah. Asked about jihad, he admits to being worried about the lack of security for young Muslims in today's Britain following the attacks of 7/7 (7 July 2005) in London and reiterates that Islam is a peaceful religion which does not believe in the killing of any human being.

Challenge student understanding of jihad by appreciating the role of the Imam in facilitating a more faithful understanding of the peaceful nature of Islam. What is the role of the Imam? How does he correct the association of violence with Islam. Students could then design a leaflet aimed at dispelling preconceptions around the issue of jihad and holy war.

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Immam discusses ummah and jihad - GCSE Religious Studies - BBC Bitesize

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A look at Muslim life in Wales. A young girl interviews the imam of a Cardiff mosque on what the Mosque teaches children today. His answers cover Islamic principles based on the idea of Islam as a peaceful religion, the Koran and the Islamic concept of ummah.

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Jihad explained. The literal meaning of Jihad is struggle or effort, and it means much more than holy war.

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Shi’a Islam: The Ten Obligatory Acts (Furu ad-Din) 7 Ma'ruf  (encouraging others to do good) I

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Shi’a Islam: The Ten Obligatory Acts (Furu ad-Din) 7 Ma'ruf  (encouraging others to do good) I

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It is the duty of all Muslims to encourage others to do good, for the sake of Allah. In the Hadith Muhammad promises that the person who persuades someone else to do a good deed will get the same reward as the person he persuaded. “Let there arise out of you a group inviting all that is good, enjoining what is right and forbidding what is wrong. They are the ones to attain success.” Quran 3:104

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Shi’a Islam: The Ten Obligatory Acts (Furu ad-Din)  Munkar (discouraging the bad)

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Shi’a Islam: The Ten Obligatory Acts (Furu ad-Din)  Munkar (discouraging the bad)

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It is the duty of all Muslims to forbid evil. The whole Muslim community (Ummah) has the responsibility to discourage others from harmful actions, such as bribery, corruption and dishonesty. “Whoever among you sees an evil should change it with his hand. If he is unable to to do that then with his tongue. If he is unable to do that, then with his heart, and this is the weakest level of faith” Hadith

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Start studying Jihad. Learn vocabulary, terms, and more with flashcards, games, and other study tools.

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Surah 2:190
Fight in the way of Allah those who fight you but do not transgress. Indeed. Allah does not like transgressors.

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Surah 8:61

And if they incline to peace, then incline to it [also] and rely upon Allah . Indeed, it is He who is the Hearing, the Knowing