Jihad

Quick meaning: Jihad is a noun meaning (Islam) A holy war undertaken by Muslims.

Meaning

(Islam) A holy war undertaken by Muslims.

More Meanings

1. (Islam, theology) A personal spiritual struggle for self-improvement and/or against evil.
2. (by extension) An aggressive campaign for an idea.
3. To participate in a jihad.

Example Sentences

The Jabhat al-Nusra media, with songs about jihad and martyrdom, is extremely influential.

And now, the prophecy. One will come, the voice from the outer world, bringing the holy war, the jihad, which will cleanse the universe and bring us out of darkness.

Young Iraqis of both sects obeyed the imams' ruling last week by rushing to conscription offices in hot, dirty, dusty Bagdad to offer themselves or their money for the jihad.

As a result, Amirull has renounced his radical beliefs in armed jihad and the use of violence. He now sees jihad as caring for his parents, improving himself, and contributing to society.

Word Forms

• jihads
• jihading
• jihaded

Synonyms for jihad

Depending on context, synonyms include jehad.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include jehad, jihadist, holy, war, militant, fighting.

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