Understanding Islamist terrorism
Understanding Islamist terrorism
About this book
Modern Islamist terrorists look back to the early years of Islam to justify their actions. This book examines the origins, development and character of the classical Islamic doctrine of war that was followed at that time, and the implications for the West of the terrorists' return to this teaching.
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- OL Work ID
- OL18751518W
Subjects
War (Islamic law)TerrorismWarForeign relationsIslamDiplomatic relationsWar, religious aspectsTerrorism, religious aspectsIslamic countries, foreign relationsIslamic law