Islam: In Its Own Words
Written by Jerry Robinson
Originally Posted on 8/23/2005
According to the Islamic religion, war against unbelievers is a fundamental teaching and Jihad is an obligation of every able-bodied Muslim man. There are over 120 verses in the Quran advocating violence against 'unbelievers,' including Jihad.
Here is a sample of quotes taken directly from Islamic Holy writings:
- “Allah made the Jews leave their homes by terrorizing them so that you killed some and made many captive. And He made you inherit their lands, their homes, and their wealth. He gave you a country you had not traversed before.” (Qur’an 33:26)
- “I shall terrorize the infidels. So wound their bodies and incapacitate them because they oppose Allah and His Apostle.” (Qur’an 8:12)
- “He who believes in Allah and His Messenger has protected his life and possessions from us. As for those who disbelieve, we will fight them forever in the Cause of Allah. Killing them is a small matter to us.” (Tabari IX:69)
- “The infidels aid one another. Unless you do the same there will be anarchy in the land. Those who accepted Islam and left their homes to fight in Allah’s Cause are good Muslims.” (Qur’an 8:73)
- “Believers, take not Jews and Christians for your friends. They are but friends and protectors to each other.” (Qur’an 5:51)
- “Your Lord inspired the angels with the message: ‘I am with you. Give firmness to the Believers. I will terrorize the unbelievers. Therefore smite them on their necks and every joint and incapacitate them. Strike off their heads and cut off each of their fingers and toes.” (Qur’an 8:12)
- “Jihad (holy fighting in Allah’s Cause) is ordained for you (Muslims), though you dislike it. But it is possible that you dislike a thing which is good for you, and like a thing which is bad for you. But Allah knows, and you know not.” (Qur’an 2:216)
- FIGHT THOSE WHO DO NOT BELIEVE IN ALLAH (Qur’an 9:29)
"Oh, Allah, annihilate the Jews and their supporters!"
"Oh, Allah, raise the flag of Jihad across the land!"
-- The conclusion of a Palestinian "prayer for peace" by Palestinian Authority Imam Sheikh Ibrahim Madhi, sermonizing at the Sheik’h Mosque in Gaza City, broadcast live on April, 12, 2002 by Palestinian Authority television.
Fact: At least 15 of the world's 18 current conflicts involve Islamic militants attempting to force their way of life upon their neighbors.
Jerry Robinson is the founder of Jerry Robinson Ministries, a ministry devoted to taking the Gospel of Jesus' First Coming to the unbeliever, and the Good News of Jesus' Second Coming to the Global church. He is an ordained minister, writer, and speaker and holds university degrees in International Economics and Religious Studies. Additionally, Jerry operates jerryrobinson.org, an internationally known website that archives and analyzes global events through the lens of biblical prophecy.