Here is a justification of terrorism, argued on the basis of the claim that it is a strategy of warfare, universally practiced, and that it is commanded in the Qur’an and was practiced by Muhammad. The article makes reference to Muhammad’s beheading of 600 Jews of the Qurayzah tribe — an incident Islamic apologists in the West routinely claim never happened. In reality, all of this material has no historical value, but this incident does appear in the earliest biography of Muhammad, that of Ibn Ishaq, and the fact that some Muslims believe it happened is attested by this article. The author also takes for granted that his readers will know of the incident.
Will a moderate Muslim spokesman in the West who has been churning out articles about how the Islamic State and other jihad groups are un-Islamic kindly explain how the Qur’an references here, as well as the references to incidents in Muhammad’s life, are being misused or misrepresented? I’ll be right here.
“In Issue II Of Ihya-e-Khilafat, Pakistani Taliban Commander Justifies ISIS Savagery & Beheadings: ‘One Of The Titles Of The Prophet Was Nabi Al-Malahim, Which Means Prophet Of Fierce Battles Or Bloodshed,'” MEMRI, March 2, 2015 (thanks to Pamela Geller):
Given below are excerpts from an article written by a leading Pakistani Taliban commander in the second issue of an English-language jihadist magazine.
The English-language magazine Ihya-e-Khilafat is published by the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan Jamaatul Ahrar (TTPJA) led by Omar Khalid Khorasani, a leading Taliban commander who broke away from the TTP over issues of leadership. The article, titled “Our Right To Spread Terror”, is written by Khorasani himself and is noteworthy in light of the savagery shown by the Islamic State (ISIS) in Iraq and Syria.
The second issue of the magazine, dated December 2014, was published some time ago and posted on various social media sites. The TTPJA began publishing the English-language magazine in the summer of 2014, edited by Dr. Abu Obaidah Al-Islamabadi, a Pakistani surgeon who was educated in England and moved to Pakistan along with his comrades last year.
…We see strong evidences in Koran and Sunnah [traditions of Prophet Muhammad] about terrorizing our enemies and we also see our enemies utilizing terror techniques against us.”“In The Battle Of Badr, Prophet [Muhammad] Ordered To Bring The Head Of The Kuffar’s Injured Leader Abu Jahal. That Gives Us Clear Justification To Behead Our Enemies”
“So when we are regarded as terrorists by our enemies, we take it as a medal of honor on our chests and we feel that we are successfully carrying out our duty of terrorizing Kuffar and munafiqeen [hypocrite Muslims].
“Very commonly we hear the term ‘terrorism’ in the media to describe the holy struggle of jihad and similarly the most beloved people to Allah, i.e. [when] Mujahideen fi Sabeelillah [Mujahideen fighting in the way of Allah] are branded as ‘terrorists.’ The propagandists of the Kuffar are trying to attach a negative connotation and meaning to the words ‘terrorism’ and ‘terrorists’ like Allah told us about this trick of the Kuffar – that they change the meanings of the words (Koran 5:13). But we mujahideen adopt the meaning of terrorism that is to strike fear in the hearts of enemies of Allah.
“Our beloved Prophet PBUH [peace be upon him] was Rahmatullah lil Aalimeen (mercy for all the worlds) but he was also a superb warrior. One of the titles of Prophet was Nabi Al-Malahim, which means ‘Prophet of fierce battles or bloodshed.’ Even in those battles like Uhud and Hunain when companions [of the prophet] had to retreat due to ferocity of enemy’s attack, the Prophet did not take a step back, rather kept on moving forward.
“Ali bin Abi Talib used to say that whenever the battle got hard and rough, we used to take refuge behind Muhammad for protection. In the battle of Badr, Prophet [Muhammad] ordered to bring the head of Kuffar’s injured leader Abu Jahal. That gives us clear justification to behead our enemies.”
“600 Adult Jews Were Put To The Sword On The Orders Of The Prophet And They Could Not Raise Even A Finger In Protest; The Same Element Of Fear, Terror And Awe Was Evident In The Strategy Of The Prophet When He Attacked Mecca”
“Our Prophet was very kind to the believers and general public but when it came to dealing with the enemies of Deen [the religion] of Allah, he used to strike fear in the hearts of those Kuffar and hypocrites. Just how the Prophet laid the siege of Jewish tribes Banu Qainuqah and Banu Nudhair after they broke the agreement and the two tribes surrendered without putting up any resistance despite having arms and fortresses.
“Similarly a few years later, the Jews of third tribe Banu Quraizah also surrendered without a fight when the Prophet surrounded them, because the Jews colluded with the enemies of Muslims in the Battle of Trench (Ghazwah Khandaq). The 600 adult Jews were put to the sword on the orders of the Prophet and they could not raise even a finger in protest. The same element of fear, terror and awe was evident in the strategy of the Prophet when he attacked Mecca that was the center of Arabia. Meccan Kuffar accepted defeat after little resistance and the city was captured without much fighting.
“After the Prophet, Sahabah [his companions] also maintained the tactic of instilling terror into the hearts of enemies. City of Jerusalem was conquered by the Muslims during the time of Umar bin Al-Khattab [the second caliph] and the disbelievers handed over the keys of city to Emir-ul-Momineen [Leader of the Faithful] without a fight. This was due to psychological dominance of Sahabah in the minds of the Kuffar due to their previous victories against Persian and Byzantine superpowers of that time.”
“[Islamic Commander] Khalid Bin Waleed, In Order To Terrorize The Enemy In One Battle, Ordered To Cook The Severed Head Of A Kafir [Infidel] And At Another Occasion He Sent A Message To The Army Of The Kuffar That He Had Come To Drink Their Blood”
“[Islamic commander] Khalid bin Waleed, in order to terrorize the enemy in one battle, ordered to cook the severed head of a Kafir [infidel] and at another occasion he sent a message to the army of the Kuffar that he had come to drink their blood (Al Badaya Wan Nahaya by Ibn Kathir). When it was becoming difficult for the Muslim army to conquer the city of Samarkand, Sahabah ignited a fire in the hot weather to scare the enemy, giving them impression that the Muslims were different and much tougher than rest of the people.
“Nabi Al-Malahim [Prophet of Fierce Battles or Bloodshed Muhammad] told us about striking terror in the hearts of enemies… Allah’s Messenger [Muhammad] said, ‘I have been given five things which were not given to any among the prophets before me. These are:
“* Allah made me victorious by fear (by His terrorizing my enemies) from a distance of one month’s journey.
“* The earth has been made for me (and for my followers) a place for praying and a thing to perform Tayammum. Therefore my followers can pray wherever the time of a prayer is due.
“* The war booty has been made Halal (lawful) for me (and was not made so for anyone else).
“* Every prophet used to be sent to his nation exclusively but I have been sent to all mankind.
“* I have been given the right of intercession (on the Day of Resurrection).
“[As cited in the authentic book of Hadiths called] Sahih Bukhari
“Above all, our Lord Allah orders us in Koran: … And make ready against them all you can of power, including steeds of war (tanks, planes, missiles, artillery, etc.) to terrorize the enemy of Allah and your enemy. (Koran 8:60)”
“Filming Of Bloodshed By [ISIS]… Has Been Quite Impressive And That Is The Reason The Kuffar Are Getting Really Scared Of The Islamic State”; “We Were Terrorists, We Are Terrorists And We Shall Remain Terrorist, Allah Willing”
“It is clear from the above discussion that Muslims are commanded by Allah to keep their enemies terrorized. Terrorism is a strategy of war and it’s proven from Hadiths of the Prophet and Islamic history. Moreover, we see our enemies like Americans and their servant Pakistan Army also using modern ways of terrorism. Sadly some elements among the mujahideen of Afghanistan and Pakistan have developed apologetic thinking due to the propaganda of the Kuffar and they are reluctant to film and broadcast even the dead bodies of enemies.
“However, filming of bloodshed by [ISIS] mujahideen of Iraq and Syria has been quite impressive and that is the reason the Kuffar are getting really scared of the Islamic State. It is the command of Allah to treat Kuffar with ‘Ghilzah’ (harshness: reference Koran 9:73, 123). Hence we are warning the Kuffar of the whole world and those Muslims who are impressed by the propaganda of the Kuffar that we shall continue to spread terrorism and havoc until Shariah is implemented and Khilafah [caliphate] is established over the whole world.
“We shall continue to instill fear and terror in the hearts of the Kuffar until we make Deen of Allah dominant everywhere. We are those who are not deterred, impressed or demoralized by the blames of the blamers (Koran 5:54). We were terrorists, we are terrorists and we shall remain terrorist, Allah willing.”
Source: Ihyay-e-Khilafat (Pakistan), December 2014. The original English of the article has been lightly edited for clarity and standardization.
Sheri says
Don’t shoot until you see the whites of their eyes. -General Israel Putnam
Papa Whiskey says
This is also elucidated in The Qur’anic Concept of War, by Brigadier S.K. Malik of the army of Pakistan. Exceprts:
“Terror struck into the hearts of the enemies is not only a means; it is an end in itself. Once a condition of terror into the opponent’s heart is obtained, hardly anything is left to be achieved. It is the point where the means and end meet and merge.
“Terror is not a means of imposing decision upon the enemy; it IS the decision we wish to impose upon him. …
“Terror cannot be struck into the hearts of an army by merely cutting its lines of communications or depriving it of its routes of withdrawal. It is basically related only if the opponent’s faith is destroyed. Psychological dislocation is temporary; spiritual dislocation is permanent. Psychological dislocation can be produced by a physical act but this does not hold good of the spiritual dislocation.
“To instill terror into the hearts of the enemy, it is essential, in the ultimate analysis, to dislocate his faith.
“An invincible faith is immune to terror. A weak faith offers inroads to terror. The faith conferred upon us by the Holy Qur’an has an inherent strength to ward off terror from us and enable us to strike terror into the enemy. Whatever the form or type of strategy directed against the enemy, it must, in order to be effective, be capable of striking terror into the hearts of the enemy.”
My own reaction to all this may be summed up in the words of Charles II of England near the end of his reign: “Most men grow timid with age. With me it is the opposite.”
mortimer says
Quote: “we shall continue to spread terrorism and havoc until Shariah is implemented and Khilafah [caliphate] is established over the whole world.”
Apparently, fully 65% of Muslims worldwide support a caliphate and imposition of discriminatory Sharia law.
Michael Copeland says
Who is it who does not allow the words “Islamic” and “terrorism” to appear together?
Could he have a word with them?
xavier says
Robert,
Aaa but what happens if the fllthy, ungrateful kaffir aren’t scared but have the temerity to actually fight back against the jihadis. What then? Will they redouble their fury at the affront or turn tail and shriek for hudna?
xavier
Peter123 says
The long and short of all this, especially for people who do not understand what all is happening with ISIL / ISIL / IS & the likes of BOKOHARAM is:-
WELCOME TO THE PUREST OF PUREST FORM OF PURE ISLAM ;
This is what this is and exactly as it was in the 7th Century when it all began with the “Nobel” Prophet and his Quran.
As to why many people do not understand this is because all other things about Islam that they saw in the last hundred years after the demise of the Ottoman Empire were Islam that was not fully and purely Islam in its purest form. However ISIS and Bokoharam have successfully re-launched their total “purity” brand once again. The prophet must be really proud of them.
If we are not careful, it can and will only grow bigger and bigger upon us. Unfortunately and sadly most people around us do not believe a single word of what all that we are saying.
shabeer_hassan says
ISIS ,Bokoharam ,TALIBAN,AL QUEDHA,KILLERS & TERRORIST NOT A MUSLIM,THEY R LAB OURS OF WEST & MOZAD,THEY R WORKING FOR MONEY & PHYSICAL EARNING 99.99% OF MUSLIM ALL OVER WORLD HATE THEM,ISLAM A PURE RELIGION FROM ALMIGHTY GOD ,ITS INCREASING ACROSS THE WORLD…… MY DEAR BROR’S/SISTRS….
IDENTITY OF ISLAM:
Malik :: Book 46 : Hadith 46.1.3
Yahya related to me from Malik that he heard that the Messenger of Allah, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, said, “I have left two matters with you. As long as you hold to them, you will not go the wrong way. They are the Book of Allah and the Sunna of His Prophet.”
PLZ JUDGE ISLAM WITH ITS SCRIPTURES……..
Peter124 says
Yes you judge by the scriptures and especially the followers and true actors of these very scriptures; and what do you get? You get the Pure Islamic State. Yes that’s it.
Jerry says
If we were to judge Islam by it’s scriptures, we should endeavour to totally eradicate the evil of Islam from the face of this planet.
M S case says
Let’s all pray for shabeer.. He sure needs JESUS and don’t worry about isis/isil or book haran…Sickness and the plague of disease and death will overcome them and very soon. Ebola/Cholera ??? only God klnows and maybe a few others.