The Relationship Between Islam And Violence

Is Islam and violence like a peanut butter and jelly combination? Do they always get along with each other? The growth of terrorist groups such as Boko Haram, ISIS, Al-Qaeda, who have Muslims as their group members, baffle the non-Islamic people regarding the true nature of Islam. Most analysts argue that the terrorist threat is unquestionably Islamic and is not much a deviation from Muslim tradition, whereas others defend that Islamic terrorism diverges from the true teachings. So where does the truth lie? To understand the connection between Islam and violence, one must understand certain facets of the Muslim worldview. According to the historic …show more content…
“According to an article published on an Islamist website under the title “The Beheading Issue”, the author Hussain bin Mohammed said, “Islam is an extremely aggressive religion and those who think that Islam can be the religion of peace, love and doves are doing so under the influence of the West’s false views”” (Masalha). Here are some of the bloodstained passages from the Quran: ““Kill the unbelievers wherever you find them.” Quran 2:191 “Make war on the infidels living in your neighbourhood.” Quran 9:123 “When opportunity arises, kill the infidel wherever you catch them.” Quran 9:5 “Punish the unbelievers with garments of fire, hooked iron rods, boiling water; melt their skin and bellies.” Quran 22:19 “The unbelievers are stupid; urge the Muslims to fight them.” Quran 8:65 “Muslims must not take the infidels as friends.” Quran 3:28 “Terrorize and behead those who believe in scriptures other than the