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'''"Principles and Regulations Governing Armed Conflicts (Jihad)"''' (in persian:[https://ency.feqhemoaser.com/fa/view/%D8%A7%D8%B5%D9%88%D9%84_%D9%88_%D9%85%D9%82%D8%B1%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA_%D8%AD%D8%A7%D9%83%D9%85_%D8%A8%D8%B1_%D9%85%D8%AE%D8%A7%D8%B5%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%AA_%D9%85%D8%B3%D9%84%D8%AD%D8%A7%D9%86%D9%87_(%DA%A9%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%A) اصول و مقررات حاكم بر مخاصمات مسلحانه (جهاد)]) is the sixth volume of the [[Ten-volume series "Political Jurisprudence"|ten-volume series "Political Jurisprudence,"]] written by [[Abbas Ali Amid Zanjani]]. This volume builds upon and completes the discussions initiated in the fifth volume. The author explores the principles and regulations of warfare in Islam, the impacts of war, and issues arising after conflict, structured into three main sections and ten chapters. | '''"Principles and Regulations Governing Armed Conflicts (Jihad)"''' (in persian:[https://ency.feqhemoaser.com/fa/view/%D8%A7%D8%B5%D9%88%D9%84_%D9%88_%D9%85%D9%82%D8%B1%D8%B1%D8%A7%D8%AA_%D8%AD%D8%A7%D9%83%D9%85_%D8%A8%D8%B1_%D9%85%D8%AE%D8%A7%D8%B5%D9%85%D8%A7%D8%AA_%D9%85%D8%B3%D9%84%D8%AD%D8%A7%D9%86%D9%87_(%DA%A9%D8%AA%D8%A7%D8%A) اصول و مقررات حاكم بر مخاصمات مسلحانه (جهاد)]) is the sixth volume of the [[Ten-volume series "Political Jurisprudence"|ten-volume series "Political Jurisprudence,"]] written by [[Abbasali Amid Zanjani|Abbas Ali Amid Zanjani]]. This volume builds upon and completes the discussions initiated in the fifth volume. The author explores the principles and regulations of warfare in Islam, the impacts of war, and issues arising after conflict, structured into three main sections and ten chapters. | ||
Amid Zanjani asserts that one should adhere to the minimum requirements and necessities in the context of jihad. He emphasizes the use of propaganda to strengthen one's own spirit and deceiving the enemy, and even suggests the potential use of instruments of entertainment. Furthermore, he clarifies that the budget and expenditures related to those whose hearts are to be reconciled are not exclusively designated for zakat and jihad, and he deems the [[Establishment of an intelligence organization|establishment of an intelligence organization]] to be essential. Amid Zanjani also believes that the ruling jurist (Wali Faqih), as the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces, is safeguarded from error. | Amid Zanjani asserts that one should adhere to the minimum requirements and necessities in the context of jihad. He emphasizes the use of propaganda to strengthen one's own spirit and deceiving the enemy, and even suggests the potential use of instruments of entertainment. Furthermore, he clarifies that the budget and expenditures related to those whose hearts are to be reconciled are not exclusively designated for zakat and jihad, and he deems the [[Establishment of an intelligence organization|establishment of an intelligence organization]] to be essential. Amid Zanjani also believes that the ruling jurist (Wali Faqih), as the Commander-in-Chief of the armed forces, is safeguarded from error. | ||
The book includes sections that address the legitimacy of the captivity and enslavement of prisoners of war in Islamic jurisprudence, how to handle war spoils, the ban on weapons of mass destruction and nuclear weapons, and the accountability of governments for [[War crimes|war crimes]]. | The book includes sections that address the legitimacy of the captivity and enslavement of prisoners of war in Islamic jurisprudence, how to handle war spoils, the ban on weapons of mass destruction and nuclear weapons, and the accountability of governments for [[War crimes|war crimes]]. | ||
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In the third and final section of the book, Amid Zanjani provides a historical account of Islamic conquests throughout the history of Islam, without engaging in any jurisprudential discussions. He notes that the ownership status of some territories resulting from these conquests continues to be unclear (pp. 319-332). | In the third and final section of the book, Amid Zanjani provides a historical account of Islamic conquests throughout the history of Islam, without engaging in any jurisprudential discussions. He notes that the ownership status of some territories resulting from these conquests continues to be unclear (pp. 319-332). | ||
===Author=== | ===Author=== | ||
Abbas Ali Amid Zanjani (1937 - 2011) was a distinguished author, mujtahid, legal expert, university professor, and researcher in political science. He studied in the religious seminaries of Qom and Najaf under esteemed scholars such as [[Seyyed Hossein Borujerdi]], [[Seyyed Ruhollah Khomeini]], [[Seyyed Abolqasem Khoei]], and [[Seyyed Mohsen Hakim]]. His well-known work, a ten-volume series on political jurisprudence, has been reprinted numerous times. Additionally, he had significant political experience, having served as a representative in both the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the Assembly of Experts. | Abbas Ali Amid Zanjani (1937 - 2011) was a distinguished author, mujtahid, legal expert, university professor, and researcher in political science. He studied in the religious seminaries of Qom and Najaf under esteemed scholars such as [[Seyyed Hossein Borujerdi]], [[Sayyid Ruhollah Musavi Khomeini|Seyyed Ruhollah Khomeini]], [[Seyyed Abolqasem Khoei]], and [[Seyyed Mohsen Hakim]]. His well-known work, a ten-volume series on political jurisprudence, has been reprinted numerous times. Additionally, he had significant political experience, having served as a representative in both the Islamic Consultative Assembly and the Assembly of Experts. | ||
==Adhering to the minimum requirements and necessities in Islamic jihad== | ==Adhering to the minimum requirements and necessities in Islamic jihad== | ||
The first section of the book (chapter 1) begins with military recommendations, and the second chapter focuses on military advice based on Islamic literature. The fundamental principle of these recommendations is that jihad is a sacred act and an act of worship. However, since its purpose is not to cause bloodshed or destruction, it is crucial to adhere to the minimum requirements. Consequently, one should refrain from destruction and waste of property, as well as the demolition of buildings, unless absolutely required, such as in cases where the enemy is utilizing them for defensive purposes. | The first section of the book (chapter 1) begins with military recommendations, and the second chapter focuses on military advice based on Islamic literature. The fundamental principle of these recommendations is that jihad is a sacred act and an act of worship. However, since its purpose is not to cause bloodshed or destruction, it is crucial to adhere to the minimum requirements. Consequently, one should refrain from destruction and waste of property, as well as the demolition of buildings, unless absolutely required, such as in cases where the enemy is utilizing them for defensive purposes. | ||
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Discussing "War Crimes in Islamic Jurisprudence," The author points out 21 instances that are cited in jurisprudential texts. These include actions such as abandoning the battlefield, disobedience to commanders, arson, flooding, deforestation, cutting down the trees and destruction of agricultural lands, the use of biological and chemical weapons, the killing of women, children, religious figures, and civilians, mutilation, conducting ambushes and unfair surprise attacks, urban warfare, the killing of prisoners and wounded soldiers, and assaults on the honor of individuals (pp. 362-372). | Discussing "War Crimes in Islamic Jurisprudence," The author points out 21 instances that are cited in jurisprudential texts. These include actions such as abandoning the battlefield, disobedience to commanders, arson, flooding, deforestation, cutting down the trees and destruction of agricultural lands, the use of biological and chemical weapons, the killing of women, children, religious figures, and civilians, mutilation, conducting ambushes and unfair surprise attacks, urban warfare, the killing of prisoners and wounded soldiers, and assaults on the honor of individuals (pp. 362-372). | ||
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