Commentary by: Dr. Jamal Badawi
The word "Holy War," EXACT translation in the Arabic language is: "Harb (war) Muqadasah (holy)"
Irionically, the term "Holy War," war CREATED by the Catholic Church during the First Crusade.
"JIHAD," means: "To Struggle."
Jihad is divided into 2 parts:
a) The Greater Jihad, which is, struggling with one's self to combat temptations and desires.
b) The Lesser Jihad, whic is, defending one's nation against a military attack/invasion.
Jihad & Fighting:
Is Islam violent or peaceful?
What about Jihad What do Muslims say about other religions?
What do Muslims say about Jesus?
All this and more in a one-discussion with Dr. Jamal Badawi and Ahmed Bedier of CAIR.
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