Religious Studies GCSE
Jihad
What Jihad means in Religious Studies GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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The struggle to maintain faith and defend Islam, representing both the internal spiritual struggle and the outward defence of the faith.
A term that translates as 'struggle' or 'striving' in the way of Allah.
Topics that use Jihad
- Islam - 3.1.5.2 Practices (AQA GCSE)
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