The Implications of “Martyrdom Operations” for Contemporary Islam
This article explores the implications of the prevalence of suicide attacks or ‘martyrdom operations’ in contemporary Islam. Historical and legal precedents from Islam and Christianity are adduced for the analysis and placed within the context of radical Islam.
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Format: | Electronic Article |
Language: | English |
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Wiley-Blackwell
2004
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Journal of religious ethics
Year: 2004, Volume: 32, Issue: 1, Pages: 129-152 |
Further subjects: | B
suicide attack
B radical Islam B September 11 B Martyrdom |
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