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Although the accepted definition of the martyr is also applied to Muslims as in the case of Sumayah, the mother of ‘Ammaar ibn Yaasir,<ref>[{{Reference archive|1=http://www.ummah.net/islam/taqwapalace/stories/ammar-ibn-yaser.html|2=2011-04-23}} Ammar Ibn Yaser] - Ummah.net, accessed April 23, 2011</ref> Muslims soldiers who die while engaging in jihad are also considered martyrs in Islam. | Although the accepted definition of the martyr is also applied to Muslims as in the case of Sumayah, the mother of ‘Ammaar ibn Yaasir,<ref>[{{Reference archive|1=http://www.ummah.net/islam/taqwapalace/stories/ammar-ibn-yaser.html|2=2011-04-23}} Ammar Ibn Yaser] - Ummah.net, accessed April 23, 2011</ref> Muslims soldiers who die while engaging in jihad are also considered martyrs in Islam. | ||
{{Quote| | {{Quote|The Islamic Ruling on the Permissibility of Martyrdom Operations<BR>Sheikh al-Uyayri|Jurists have given the technical definition of a martyr as follows: | ||
According to the Hanafis: | According to the Hanafis: | ||
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From this we can see that those who die fighting in a way war considered to be a jihad are considered martyrs just as are those who are killed by a persecuter for their beliefs. | From this we can see that those who die fighting in a way war considered to be a jihad are considered martyrs just as are those who are killed by a persecuter for their beliefs. | ||
===Ways to | ===In the hadith=== | ||
====Ways to become a martyr==== | |||
In addition to being killed while actively engaging in violence and warfare, here [[Muhammad]] adds another way for someone to become a martyr: | In addition to being killed while actively engaging in violence and warfare, here [[Muhammad]] adds another way for someone to become a martyr: | ||
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AbuSalam reported on the authority of a man from the companion of the Prophet (peace be upon him). He said: We attacked a tribe of Juhaynah. A man from the Muslims pursued a man of them, and struck him but missed him. He struck himself with the sword. The Apostle of Allah (peace be upon him) said: Your brother, O group of Muslims. The people hastened towards him, but found him dead. The Apostle of Allah (peace be upon him) wrapped him with his clothes and his blood, and offered (funeral) prayer for him and buried him. They said: Apostle of Allah, is he a martyr? He said: Yes, and I am witness to him.}} | AbuSalam reported on the authority of a man from the companion of the Prophet (peace be upon him). He said: We attacked a tribe of Juhaynah. A man from the Muslims pursued a man of them, and struck him but missed him. He struck himself with the sword. The Apostle of Allah (peace be upon him) said: Your brother, O group of Muslims. The people hastened towards him, but found him dead. The Apostle of Allah (peace be upon him) wrapped him with his clothes and his blood, and offered (funeral) prayer for him and buried him. They said: Apostle of Allah, is he a martyr? He said: Yes, and I am witness to him.}} | ||
===Benefits of | ====Benefits of martyrdom==== | ||
{{Quote|Musnad Ahmed, Tabrani, at-Targheeb wa at-Tarheeb, p.443, vol.2|Ubada bin Samit narrates, that the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhe wassallam) said, “The shaheed is granted seven gifts from Allah:<BR> <BR>1) He is forgiven at the first drop of his blood. <BR>2) He sees his status in Jannah. <BR>3) He is dressed in the clothes of Iman. <BR>4) He is safe from the punishment of the grave. <BR>5) He will be safe from the Great fear of the Day of Judgment. <BR>6) A crown of honor will be placed on his head. <BR>7) He will intercede on behalf of 70 members of his family.”}} | {{Quote|Musnad Ahmed, Tabrani, at-Targheeb wa at-Tarheeb, p.443, vol.2|Ubada bin Samit narrates, that the Prophet (sallallahu ‘alayhe wassallam) said, “The shaheed is granted seven gifts from Allah:<BR> <BR>1) He is forgiven at the first drop of his blood. <BR>2) He sees his status in Jannah. <BR>3) He is dressed in the clothes of Iman. <BR>4) He is safe from the punishment of the grave. <BR>5) He will be safe from the Great fear of the Day of Judgment. <BR>6) A crown of honor will be placed on his head. <BR>7) He will intercede on behalf of 70 members of his family.”}} | ||
====Praise of martyrdom==== | |||
{{Quote|{{Al Tirmidhi||6|46|3800}}|Narrated Abu Hurairah: that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said: '''"Rejoice, 'Ammar, the transgressing party shall kill you."'''<br>Grade: Sahih (Darussalam)}} | |||
==Martyr Operations== | ==Martyr Operations== | ||
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Here is another excerpt taken from a longer fatwa by Muslim scholar Sheikh al-Uyayri, explaining in depth why suicide bombings and killing of civilians (including Muslims) via the use of them as "human shields" is permissible in Islam. | Here is another excerpt taken from a longer fatwa by Muslim scholar Sheikh al-Uyayri, explaining in depth why suicide bombings and killing of civilians (including Muslims) via the use of them as "human shields" is permissible in Islam. | ||
{{Quote| | {{Quote|The Islamic Ruling on the Permissibility of Martyrdom Operations<BR>Sheikh al-Uyayri|We have arrived at the conclusion that martyrdom operations are permissible, and in fact '''the Mujahid who is killed in them is better than one who is killed fighting in the ranks''', for there are gradations even among martyrs, corresponding to their role, action effort and risk undertaken. Then, we explained how martyrdom operations are the least costly to the Mujahideen and most detrimental to the enemy. We have heard, as you must have, that '''most scholars today permit such operations; at least 30 Fatawa have been issued to this effect'''. We explained how this issue is derived from the issue of plunging single-handedly into the enemy ranks; something which is praiseworthy by the agreement of jurists. We then further stated that we preferred the view that such an action is permissible even if martyrdom is the only goal, although it is certainly not the optimal practice. Martyrdom operations should not be carried out unless certain conditions are met: | ||
1. One's intention is sincere and pure - to raise the Word of Allah. <BR> | 1. One's intention is sincere and pure - to raise the Word of Allah. <BR> | ||
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==See Also== | ==See Also== | ||
{{Hub4|Heaven|Heaven}} | {{Hub4|Heaven|Heaven}} | ||
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==References== | ==References== | ||
{{reflist}} | {{reflist}} | ||
[[Category:Heaven]] | |||
[[Category:Jihad | [[Category:Jihad]] | ||
[[Category: | [[Category:Society and human nature]] | ||