Dealing with Conflict

Suggested Duration: 60 minutes

Learning Objectives

• To reinforce the idea that conflicts should be resolved peacefully
• To understand that the term 'jihad' means struggle
• To understand that the greater jihad is the struggle to do good and to stay away from bad
• To know that Islam condemns suicide absolutely

Key Words Haram, jihad, struggle, good, evil

Islamic Values Islam encourages the peaceful resolution of all conflicts. There are no circumstances in Islam where suicide or the killing of innocent people is allowed. It is totally haram.

Citizenship Values Citizens are expected to abide by the law. There are legal forms of protest when you oppose something.