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by Mark A. Gabriel, PhD
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CONTENTS
Preface
My Story
1
How the Arab Spring Turned to an ISIS Winter
Muslim Brotherhood Takes Advantage of a New Opportunity
How ISIS Gained Power
The Future of ISIS
2
Five Pillars of Islamic Radicalism
Pillar 1: No Law but Islamic Law
Pillar 2: Infidels Are All Around
Pillar 3: Islam Must Rule
Strategy to Establish Global Islamic Authority
Pillar 4: Jihad Is the Only Way to Win
Pillar 5: Faith Is the Reason
If You Believe in Allah, You Will Obey
If You Believe in Fate, You Will Obey
If You Believe in Judgment, You Will Obey
If You Are Martyred, You Will Win Paradise
You and Your Faith Are Superior to Others
Conclusion
The Roots of Terrorism in Islam
3
Core Beliefs of Islam
Islam 202
Submitting to Allah
The Quran
Books of Hadith
Sharia (Islamic Law)
Requirements to Be a Muslim
Guaranteed Entrance to Paradise
“But What About . . . ”
Summary
4
Holy War in the Quran
Jews and Christians Are Enemies of Islam
Convincing the Muslims to Go Fight
Islam’s Ultimate Goal
Now You Know the Basics
5
Misinformed by the Media
Wishful Thinking
Deceit
National Loyalty
Telling True From False
6
Human Rights Under Islam
Muslims Taking Away Freedom of Speech From Other Muslims
The Difference Between a Muslim Convert and a Christian Convert
Freedom of Religion
Summary
7
Arabian Culture
The Tribal Mentality
Extremist
Constant Power Struggle and Fighting
8
Muhammad Declares Jihad
Muhammad’s Problems in Mecca
First Revelation of Jihad: Repay Those Who Mistreat You
The Second Revelation of Jihad: Conquer Your Region
Taxing Christians Today
Financing Jihad
The Final Revelation of Jihad: Conquer the World
Summary
9
The Ultimate Goal of Islam
Christians as Targets
Methods of Jihad
10
The Three Stages of Jihad
Weakened Stage
Preparation Stage
Jihad Stage
Muhammad’s Example
Lebanon
Justifying Deceit
11
When Lies Are Justified
Lying to Non-Muslims While Living in a Non-Muslim Country
Lying About Peace Agreements
Denying Islamic Faith
Muslims Deceiving Other Muslims
General Belief About Lying
Summary
12
Muhammad’s Use of Mosques
A Mosque Isn’t a Church
Egyptian Militants’ Use of Mosques
The Development of Modern Jihad
13
Forefathers of Terrorism
Good Reasons to Kill
Muhammad Permits Killing Women and Children
Killing Leaders Who Break Islamic Law
False Treaty Causes Split Between Muslims
Murder of Ali by el Kharij
El Kharij Beliefs
Suicide Mission by Muhammad’s Grandson
Marijuana Warriors
Ibn Taymiyah and No Tolerance