Jihad

Barelwi, Sayyid Ahmad Reza Khan
North Indian reformer and activist, associated with the family of Shah Wali Allah of Delhi, known for his opposition to certain Sufi, Shii, and local practices, and his jihad against Sikh domination in Punjab.
Fulani Dynasty
West African Muslim rulers in the 19th and 20th centuries, initiated by Uthman Dan Fodio's jihad and leading to the establishment of the Sokoto Caliphate.
Futa Jallon
Geopolitical and cultural region in central Guinea, significant for its role in Islamic reform and jihad in the 17th and 18th centuries, resulting in the creation of the almaamate.
Ibn Abd Allah, Muhammad Ahmad
Sudanese militant revivalist and reformer, proclaimed Mahdi in 1881, led a jihad and established an Islamic state in Sudan
Jihad, al-
Name of the Egyptian Islamic group that assassinated President Anwar Sadat in 1981, established in the late 1970s, and associated with Islamic political efforts.
Ma Ba Niang
Senegalese religious leader and revivalist of the early 19th century known for his declaration of holy war and influence on West African Islamic movements.
Mujahidin
A term referring to individuals engaged in jihad, often translated as 'warriors of God.'
Radicalism in Islam
An exploration of radicalism within the Islamic context, highlighting its distinction from mainstream values and its regulation by Islamic law.
Revolution
Exploration of the concept of 'revolution' within the context of Islamic thought, including classical and modern interpretations.
Sabil
Islamic term referring to the way, road, or path, often used in the context of correct belief and behavior
SABĪLU ʾLLĀH (سبيل الله‎)
Understand the term 'SABĪLU ʾLLĀH (سبيل الله‎),' its usage in Islamic context, especially in relation to religious warfare and meritorious deeds. Explore references from the Qur'an and its broader implications in the life of Muslims.
Shahid, Shah Ismail
Prominent scholar-activist of Muslim South Asia (d. 1831). Follower of Sayyid Ahmad Barelwi and pivotal figure in reforming Sufism through the 'Way of Muhammad'.
Tribute (Jizyah, Jihad, Taxation, Treaty)
Explore the concept of 'Tribute' in the context of Islamic law and governance, including related terms such as Jihad, Jizyah, Taxation, and Treaty. Understand the historical and theological bases, as well as their modern interpretations.
Mujāhid (مجاهد‎)
Explore the term 'Mujāhid' in Islamic context, its implications as a religious warrior, and its role in the concept of Jihad.
Jihad
An Islamic term meaning 'strive,' 'exert,' or 'fight,' encompassing struggles for personal betterment, conversion efforts, or defending the Islamic community.
Warfare in Islamic Context - Definition, Etymology, and Significance
Learn about the terms Jihad, Fitan, and Malāḥim used in Islamic traditions for warfare. Understand their meanings, implications, and roles in the broader Islamic narrative.
Dāru ʾl-Ḥarb
An in-depth look at 'Dāru ʾl-Ḥarb' (دار الحرب‎), its definition, etymology, and significance in Islamic jurisprudence and historical context.

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