Which of the following best describes the term jihad as intended by the original founders of Islamic fundamentalism?

a. Violent and indiscriminate killing of non-Muslims
b. Submission to one's passions
c. Retreat into an inner sanctuary of religious purity
d. Struggle to please God


Answer: d. Struggle to please God

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A) True B) False

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