04-21-2004, 02:56 PM
o and phat, the criteria for us is scholars opinion.
In this regard, they had different views, some said it is halal (lawful) others said no it is not jihad.
For me I simply stop and say may Allah allow them to do jihad correctly ameen. Because it is a pity to loose a chance. In all cases we are going to die, so if u r able to attain a better position in the Day After, this will be the issue