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A Critical Exposition of the Popular 'Jihád' / Showing that all the Wars of Mohammad Were Defensive; and / that Aggressive War, or Compulsory Conversion, is not / Allowed in The Koran - 1885 cover

A Critical Exposition of the Popular 'Jihád' / Showing that all the Wars of Mohammad Were Defensive; and / that Aggressive War, or Compulsory Conversion, is not / Allowed in The Koran - 1885

By Cherágh Ali
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An analytical defense of the Prophet’s military conduct argues that his campaigns were primarily defensive responses to persecution and tribal hostilities, rejecting claims that aggression or forced conversion were sanctioned. The author reviews Meccan–Medinan tensions, caravan incidents, and the number and character of engagements while rebutting allegations of sanctioned executions or cruelty. Appendices examine the linguistic range of jihad in scripture and contest readings that validate slavery or concubinage, aiming to show doctrinal limits on warfare and coercion.

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Cherágh Ali

Ali Cherágh was a scholar and writer known for his critical examination of Islamic concepts, particularly the notion of Jihád. His notable work, "A Critical Exposition of the Popular 'Jihád'" published in 1885, argues that the wars led by the Prophet Muhammad were primarily defensive in nature and that aggressive warfare or forced conversion is not sanctioned by the Quran. Through his writings, Cherágh contributed to the discourse on Islamic teachings and sought to clarify misconceptions surrounding the concept of Jihád, positioning himself as a significant figure in the study of religious texts and their interpretations.

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