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Khawārij and Extremism
Criticising ISIS is not equivalent to criticising Muslim rulers. ISIS rose through rebellion against established systems and is unanimously rejected by Muslims and non-Muslims alike. Their actions align with the Khawārij, and therefore they must be condemned according to the Qurʾān, Sunnah and the methodology of the Salaf.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh Muḥammad Ṣāliḥ al-ʿUthaymīn explains that those who declare others disbelievers without meeting the conditions of takfīr are the inheritors of the Khawārij. He stresses that takfīr requires knowledge and intent, and it is not permissible to hastily label actions or people as lawful or unlawful.
Khawārij and Extremism
In this concise ruling, Shaykh ʿAbd al-Muḥsin al-ʿAbbād clarifies the true nature of al-Qaʿidah. While some label them Khawārij and others call them mujahidūn, the Shaykh states that they are mujahidūn only for the devil.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh Muhammad ibn Salih al-Uthaymin explains that terrorism harms Islam’s image and drives people away from the faith. Acts like bombings are not Jihad and are rejected. Islam is free from such violence, and true change must come through wisdom and proper guidance.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh Ahmed ibn Yahya al-Najmi strongly condemns those who claim that Usamah ibn Laden is the awaited Mahdī or the leader of Muslims. He states that such people are devils, and praising ibn Laden is evidence of sharing his renegade stance.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh Ahmad ibn Yahya an-Najmi strongly condemns those who claim that Ibn Lāden is the awaited Mahdī or a Muslim leader. He states that such people are devils and that praising Ibn Lāden indicates one shares his renegade status.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh Muqbil al-Wadi‘i criticizes those who praise or support violent extremists like Osama bin Laden and Abu Hamza. He highlights that true Salafis reject such groups, and warns that their actions harm Muslims worldwide and spread fear and injustice.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh Ibn Baz explains that the Khawarij are extreme in declaring sinful Muslims as disbelievers. While many scholars call them misguided sinners, the correct view is that their persistent takfir and rejection of Muslims place them outside Islam, as shown by the Prophet’s ﷺ warnings.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh Muhammad ibn Salih al-Uthaymin explains that the Khawarij appear outwardly pious, but their worship does not reach the heart. Like an arrow piercing through a target, they pass through Islam quickly and then abandon it, showing their true emptiness.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh al-Uthaymīn explains that suicide missions involving explosives are forbidden, as the person knowingly kills himself. Unlike brave combat where survival is possible, suicide operations guarantee death. If someone acts out of ignorance, Allah ﷻ may forgive, but the act remains unlawful.
Khawārij and Extremism
Shaykh Zayd al-Madkhali explains that bombing non Muslim or Muslim lands is unlawful and not true jihad. These acts violate treaties, cause mass harm, and resemble the Khawārij. Those involved must repent and submit to Islamic law, as their actions are transgression and oppression.
Khawārij and Extremism
The scholars explain that the Prophet ﷺ did not praise the Khawarij. The hadith about their prayer and fasting ends with a warning that they will leave the religion like an arrow passing through a target. This is a clear dispraise, not praise, and praising them is incorrect.
