Sectarian Roots of Jihad

Religious Conflicts in the Middle East

Adib Abdulmajid

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Lexington Books/Fortress Academic
15 February 2025

Islamic theology; Islamic studies; Terrorism, armed struggle

Sectarian Roots of Jihad: Religious Conflicts in the Middle East examines the sectarian dimension of jihād and delves into the under-researched sectarian-inspired discursive employment of the notion by radical Islamist groups. It explores the transformation of the basic Islamic principle of “striving in the Path of God” into a radical foundation upon which some of the most fanatic and atrocious organizations are based in terms of thought, ideology, discourse and course of action. This book investigates sectarian-based interpretations and connotations of jihād as a concept and practice by means of exploring similarities and differences between Sunni and Shia approaches to the notion and its fundamental principles. It analyzes the way sectarian-guided Islamist organizations employ jihād in their propaganda activities and exploit it as a brand to religiously legitimize their cause and emotionally manipulate the recipients of their ideological discourse. It also delves into the development of sectarianism, Islamism, Salafism and Jihadism in order to scrutinize and analyze the rise of sectarian-guided extremism in the Middle East.

By: Adib Abdulmajid
Imprint: Lexington Books/Fortress Academic
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
Weight: 526g
ISBN: 9781666971033
ISBN 10: 1666971030
Pages: 250
Publication Date: 15 February 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Introduction Part I: Sectarianism Chapter 1: Sectarianism: A Multifaceted Notion Chapter 2: Rise of Sectarianism in the Islamic World Chapter 3: Cultural Diversity and the Sectarian Threat Part II: Jihad and Jihadism Chapter 4: Jihad: Term and Concept Chapter 5: Jihad as a Classical Notion Chapter 6: Jihad and the Sect: Sunni and Shia Interpretations Chapter 7: Salafi-Jihadism Chapter 8: Jihad and Militancy Part III: Islamism and Salafism Chapter 9: Foundations and Core Objectives Chapter 10: The Struggle for an Islamic System Part IV: Modern Middle East: Aspirations and Challenges Chapter 11: Emergence of Nationalism Chapter 12: Development of National Borders Chapter 13: Post-Independence: States in Turmoil Chapter 14: Popular Uprisings Chapter 15: Political Islam and the Islamization of Popular Uprisings Part V: Sectarian Extremism Chapter 16: Sectarianized Politics and Religionized Extremism Chapter 17: Beyond Sunni and Shia: Politico-Sectarian Roots of Contemporary Islamist Extremism Part VI: Sectarianized Jihadi Discourse Chapter 18: Sectarian-Guided Fatwas of Jihad Chapter 19: Jihad in the Discourse of Sectarian Extremists Conclusion

Adib Abdulmajid is a researcher at the University of Leuven.

Reviews for Sectarian Roots of Jihad: Religious Conflicts in the Middle East

There’s never been a more important time to investigate the interplay between sectarianism and Jihadism. As one of the leading authorities in this area, Adib Abdulmajid’s book, Sectarian Roots of Jihad, provides an intelligent analysis of the emergence and development of sectarianism in the Middle Eastern context, and the role such narratives have served in the discourse of contemporary Sunni and Shia militancy. It will be essential reading for students, scholars and policy-makers. -- Jared Ahmad, University of Sheffield This is a groundbreaking analysis of sectarianism and jihad in radical Islamist movements. It is richly textured with intricate details. The author offers insight into the Middle East's complex religious and political landscape, examining movements such as Islamism, Salafism, and Jihadism. He also explores how these ideologies shape the region's politics and society, while challenging its cultural diversity. -- Said Shiyab, Kent State University