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jihad

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun jihad has 2 senses
  1. jihad, jehad, international jihad - a holy war waged by Muslims against infidels
    --1 is a kind of war, warfare
  2. jihad, jehad - a holy struggle or striving by a Muslim for a moral or spiritual or political goal
    --2 is a kind of striving, nisus, pains, strain

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Jihad

Description:

Jihad is a concept in Islam that refers to the struggle or striving in the path of God. It has multiple interpretations and meanings depending on the context.

Senses and Usages:

1. Religious Sense:

In the religious sense, jihad represents the spiritual struggle or inner battle to purify oneself and maintain faith in Islam. It can involve self-discipline, moral self-improvement, and resisting temptations while following the teachings of Islam.

Example sentence: Believers are encouraged to engage in jihad to strengthen their faith and overcome their personal weaknesses.

2. Militant Sense:

In a militant sense, jihad can refer to armed struggle or fighting in defense of Islam and the Muslim community against perceived enemies or oppressors. It is often misinterpreted to solely mean holy war, but it encompasses a broader concept of self-defense and preserving religious freedom.

Example sentence: Extremist groups exploit the concept of jihad to justify their violent acts and terrorist attacks.

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