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Shiavault - a Vault of Shia Islamic Books Islam Fundamental Principles and Teachings Islam and the Army Q. Does the Islamic system of government have an organised army? A. Yes, it has an organised army in the best form. Q. Is there compulsory draft system? A. No. Serving in the Islamic army is voluntary.211 Q. How would that work? A.

The Islamic government would arrange for training opportunities in the various weapons and devices for members of the public so that everyone, young and old, and during their free time such as the weekends and suchlike, receive all the necessary training. In this way the majority of the nation would receive the training and readiness, and through this it would reduce the expenses for the army. In this way members of the army would remain with their families and at their jobs.

Everyone will attend training every day for some hours and then go to their jobs, and stay with their families. When there is an attack on the country it would be mandatory upon everyone to defend the Islamic State. Those who 209 Al-Ka>fi, vol.7, p138, Wasa>’el al-Shi‘ah, vol.26, p36, etc. 210 “Man La Yah}d}uruhu al-Faqih”, vol. 4, p100. would like to serve in the military may do so if they wish to stay in the military permanently and they would receive salary on that basis. Military Weaponry Q.

What is Islam’s opinion about the modern tools of warfare? A. Islam considers it necessary for the Islamic State to manufacture and possess whatever is required to defend itself and to protect the sanctities of Islam and the security and safety of the Muslims212, as the Almighty has said, .and prepare for them whatever you can of power.213. Q. What the Islamic government would do for the relatives of those killed in the battlefield? A.

If they are needy and not able to make their living the government will help them with whatever they may need and according to their status and dignity, and if they are not needy they will not be given anything, unless there is a certain interest in helping them. Q. What is the position of Islam on the issue of peace and war? A. Islam is the religion of peace and tranquillity, as the Almighty says; .O ye who believe enter into peace all together.214.