Jihad according to Quran

Jihad is an Arabic word and its literal meaning is of struggle or to strive. Thai applies to any effort by anyone. The term struggle or strive may be used by anyone, Muslim or non-muslim to achieve his or her target. For west or non-muslims jihad is interpreted as “holy war” by muslims on non-muslims. In Islam jihad is any personal, physical or verbal effort for spiritual height of oneself or for the glory of Islam and Muslims. Allah Almighty says in Quran,

"Fight in the cause of Allah those who fight you, but do not transgress limits; for Allah loves not transgressors." (2:190)

Personal jihad is the most important form of jihad. It means that one struggle for purification of his soul and achievement spiritual perfection. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said about personal Jihad that, "The best jihad [struggle] is (by) the one who strives against his own self for Allah, The Mighty and Majestic”.

Verbal jihad is described as struggle for justice through verbal and non-violent means. Muhammad (SAW) said that a word of truth spoken to a ruler is best jihad.

Physical Jihad means that one fight for his freedom and for protection of Muslim territory physically. It relates to use of physical force in defense of Islam and Muslims against oppression by enemies of Allah and Muslims. Quran says’

"To those against whom war is made, permission is given [to defend themselves], because they are wronged - and verily, Allah is Most Powerful to give them victory." (22:39)