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   I have just started reading the Quran and in the future I am sure I will have more questions however before I make a choice on which path I will follow I need to ask this.  I just read the definition on the word Jihad and it said that no Muslim solider shall commit any offense against civiliansJihad (JIHAAD)   

It is an Arabic word the root of which is Jahada, which means to strive for a better way of life. The nouns are Juhd, Mujahid, Jihad, and Ijtihad. The other meanings are: endeavor, strain, exertion, effort, diligence, fighting to defend one's life, land, and religion.

Jihad should not be confused with Holy War; the latter does not exist in Islam nor will Islam allow its followers to be involved in 

aHolyWar.The latter refers to the Holy War of the Crusaders.Jihad is not a war to force the faith on others, as many people think of it. It should never be interpreted as a way of compulsion of the belief on others, since there is an explicit verse in the Qur'an that says:There is 

no compulsion in religionAl-Qur'an: Al-Baqarah (2:256Jihad is not a 

defensive war only, but a war against any unjust regime. If such a 

regime exists, a war is to be waged against the leaders, but not 

against the people of that country. People should be freed from the 

unjust regimes and influences so that they can freely choose to 

believe in Allah.

Now I understand that all religions have believers that use their own interpretations of what they have read but how can some parts condone this as truth. I know living in the U.S. that the news I receive is usually one sided and that is why I chose this forum to help me understand. Thanks for any guidance that may help me on my path.

Not only in peace but also in war Islam prohibits terrorism, kidnapping, and hijacking, when carried against civilians. Whoever commits such violations is considered a murderer in Islam, and is to be punished by the Islamic state. during wars, Islam prohibits Muslim soldiers from harming civilians, women, children, elderly, and the religious men like priests and rabies. It also prohibits cutting down trees and destroying civilian constructions.

(Source:MSA-USC) 

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Averageman Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Starter Male Joined: 28 November 2011 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 1	Post Options Post Reply Quote Averageman Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Topic: Help understanding Posted: 28 November 2011 at 7:10am
	I have just started reading the Quran and in the future I am sure I will have more questions however before I make a choice on which path I will follow I need to ask this. I just read the definition on the word Jihad and it said that no Muslim solider shall commit any offense against civiliansJihad (JIHAAD) It is an Arabic word the root of which is Jahada, which means to strive for a better way of life. The nouns are Juhd, Mujahid, Jihad, and Ijtihad. The other meanings are: endeavor, strain, exertion, effort, diligence, fighting to defend one's life, land, and religion. Jihad should not be confused with Holy War; the latter does not exist in Islam nor will Islam allow its followers to be involved in aHolyWar.The latter refers to the Holy War of the Crusaders.Jihad is not a war to force the faith on others, as many people think of it. It should never be interpreted as a way of compulsion of the belief on others, since there is an explicit verse in the Qur'an that says:There is no compulsion in religionAl-Qur'an: Al-Baqarah (2:256Jihad is not a defensive war only, but a war against any unjust regime. If such a regime exists, a war is to be waged against the leaders, but not against the people of that country. People should be freed from the unjust regimes and influences so that they can freely choose to believe in Allah. Now I understand that all religions have believers that use their own interpretations of what they have read but how can some parts condone this as truth. I know living in the U.S. that the news I receive is usually one sided and that is why I chose this forum to help me understand. Thanks for any guidance that may help me on my path. Not only in peace but also in war Islam prohibits terrorism, kidnapping, and hijacking, when carried against civilians. Whoever commits such violations is considered a murderer in Islam, and is to be punished by the Islamic state. during wars, Islam prohibits Muslim soldiers from harming civilians, women, children, elderly, and the religious men like priests and rabies. It also prohibits cutting down trees and destroying civilian constructions. (Source:MSA-USC)

Wardah Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 16 October 2011 Location: Canada Status: Offline Points: 19	Post Options Post Reply Quote Wardah Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 08 December 2011 at 7:40am
	Aslamo alecum Averageman MashaAllah, reading Quran is the best choice you have made to understand Islam and see you already have enough information about Islam and specially the word Jihad, you are absolutely right about it. Its not all about war and certainly not about any kind of violence at all. You are a smart guy, I would be more than happy to answer any of your question to understand Islam, if you would have any):): besides there are lots of sisters and brothers in this forum who would love to help you to be a good muslim inshaAllah, just keep reading Quran, you know the book speaks for itself.

Chrysalis Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 25 November 2007 Status: Offline Points: 2033	Post Options Post Reply Quote Chrysalis Report Post Thanks(0) Quote Reply Posted: 21 December 2011 at 11:10pm
	http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJtM1JNt9hQ good documentary on Jihad in Is;am
	"O Lord, forgive me, my parents and Muslims in the Hereafter. O Lord, show mercy on them as they showed mercy to me when I was young."