Reclaiming Jihad A Qur'anic Critique of Terrorism

<b>Reclaiming Jihad: A Qur’anic Critique of Terrorism"</b> by <b>El-Sayed M.A. Amin</b> critically examines the misinterpretation of jihad and its association with terrorism. The book argues against extremist readings of the Qur'an, showing how terrorists selectively use Islamic texts out of context to justify violence.The author provides an in-depth analysis of Qur'anic verses that deal with jihad, deterrence, and warfare, comparing classical and modern exegeses to highlight their true meanings. He also explores the concept of <b>fasad</b> (corruption) in the Qur'an and whether terrorism falls under the Qur'anic definition of <b>hirabah</b> (brigandage), which prescribes severe punishment for violent crimes.By analyzing the interpretations of major Sunni scholars—from classical figures like <b>Al-Tabari, Al-Razi, Al-Qurtubi, and Ibn Kathir</b> to modern thinkers like <b>Abduh, Rida, Qutb, and Al-Sha’rawi</b>—Amin debunks extremist ideologies and provides a more accurate Qur’anic framework for understanding jihad.The book also discusses the role of <b>Islamic ethics and jurisprudence</b> in combating terrorism, emphasizing the moral, legal, and theological rejection of indiscriminate violence. Through this rigorous academic approach, "Reclaiming Jihad" challenges both Muslim extremists and non-Muslim critics who wrongly associate Islam with terrorism.