Sometimes seeing the world events unfold…afghanistan and now iraq…inhumanity…
I just wanted to say something regarding being humane even when fighting wars…I found this…
Orders issued by Hazrath Ali to his officers and soldiers before a battle. As these orders give a clear indication of the principles and methods laid down by Hazrath Ali as to how Jehad (Holy War) should be carried on…
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Never begin a war yourself, God does not like bloodshed, fight only in defence.
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Never be first to attack your enemy, repulse his attacks, but do it boldly, bravely and courageously.
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While declaring yourself and your deeds (Rajuz, a custom amongst hand to hand combatants) never waste your time. And instead of speaking about yourself speak about God and the Holy prophet (A.S.).
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Never follow and kill those who run away from the battle or an encounter, life is dear to them, let them live as long as death permits them to live.
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Never kill wounded persons who cannot defend themselves.
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Never strip naked or a dead man for his coat of arms or dress.
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Never cut nose or ears of dead men to humiliate them.
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Never take to loot and arson.
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Never molest or outrage the modesty of a woman.
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Never hurt a woman even if she swears at you or hurts you.
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Never hurt a child.
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Never hurt an old or an enfeebled person.
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I love to hear additions from others…what our Prophet said about war…and what others said as well…