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Islam: Peace and Conflict

Muslim responses to violence, war and terrorism

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Overview

Teachings on violence, war and terrorism, Malik's Muwatta 21.3.10 on what may not be harmed, Tahir-ul-Qadri's fatwa, British Muslim opposition to terrorism, recovery after war, and Humanist views.

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Key term

What do Muslims teach about violence?

Key term

What do Muslims teach about war?

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What is terrorism, and how do Muslims view it?

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  1. 1

    What do Muslims teach about violence?

    Model answer

    Islam forbids violence except in lawful self-defence or just punishment. Muhammad said a Muslim is someone from whose tongue and hands others are safe.

  2. 2

    What do Muslims teach about war?

    Model answer

    Muslims teach that war is a last resort that must follow strict rules. War must never target civilians or be fought for greed.

  3. 3

    What is terrorism, and how do Muslims view it?

    Model answer

    Terrorism is the use of violence, often against civilians, to create fear for political ends. Almost all Muslims condemn terrorism as forbidden in Islam.

  4. 4

    What does Malik's Muwatta 21.3.10 record?

    Model answer

    Malik's Muwatta 21.3.10 records Abu Bakr's ten instructions to his army. Soldiers must not kill women, children or the elderly, nor cut down fruit trees.

  5. 5

    Which acts against property and animals does Malik's Muwatta 21.3.10 forbid?

    Model answer

    Abu Bakr forbade destroying inhabited places and killing sheep or camels except for food. Soldiers also must not burn or scatter bees.

  6. 6

    How do Muslims use Malik's Muwatta 21.3.10 to condemn terrorism?

    Model answer

    Terrorists kill civilians and destroy homes, breaking every rule Abu Bakr set. Muslims argue terrorism can never be a form of jihad.

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