DEBUNKING JIHADIST IDEOLOGICAL MISINTERPRETATIONS AND DISTORTIONS

Although the Islamic State (IS) and its ‘Islamic caliphate’580 have been defeated, IS’ narrative of resurrecting the so-called caliphate continues to have an extraordinary appeal among its followers and other likeminded violent jihadists. They stake their effort to establish a caliphate on the claim...

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Published in:Counter Terrorist Trends and Analyses 2020-01, Vol.12 (1), p.87-91
Main Authors: Halimi, Mahfuh Bin Haji, Sudiman, Muhammad Saiful Alam Shah Bin
Format: Article
Language:English
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Annual Threat Assessment
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Summary:Although the Islamic State (IS) and its ‘Islamic caliphate’580 have been defeated, IS’ narrative of resurrecting the so-called caliphate continues to have an extraordinary appeal among its followers and other likeminded violent jihadists. They stake their effort to establish a caliphate on the claim that it is an integral part of the Islamic faith, specifically, that it is among the requirements of tawḥīd (The doctrine of Divine Unity). The other ideological narrative pervading some radical quarters is based on the Ghazwatul Hind narrative (the final apocalyptic war that would be taking place in India). Radical understanding of both the Caliphate and the Ghazwatul Hind is deeply flawed. The caliphate is not a core element in the Islamic creed. Nor is starting a war with India or in the region based on a proper understanding of the relevant hadiths (Prophetic Sayings). Muslims should instead, fix their sights on more crucial areas such as education, economic advancement and political stability.
ISSN:2382-6444