Identify a basic principle of the military aspect of jihad.
a. Violence may be used as a first option to advance the cause of Islam.
b. Military action should not be used against Muslim nations.
c. Islamic countries may initiate conflicts against another state solely for religious reasons.
d. Muslims must publicly and formally declare war in a fatwa before commencing any military action.
d. Muslims must publicly and formally declare war in a fatwa before commencing any military action.
Analysis:
a, b & c. Incorrect. The basic principles of the military aspect of jihad were drawn up by Abu Bakr from the Qur'an and the practice of Muhammad, and expanded later by others.
d. Correct. If another nation acts aggressively against an Islamic country, that country is justified in using military force to defend itself. Muslims must publicly and formally declare war in a fatwa, ruling by a recognized Muslim leader, before any military action can commence.
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