Of course, this “little jihad” and “big jihad” talk recalls the concepts of jihad akbar (greater jihad) and jihad asghar (lesser jihad) — the idea that the spiritual struggle within the soul is the greater jihad, with the lesser jihad being warfare. Of course, 20th century Muslim theorists revered by jihadists today, such as Hassan … Continue reading Abu Mazen: Little Jihad is Over, Big Jihad Starts