The Islamic State

Like an unwanted weed in a crop field, ISIS, an extremist militant group claimed to represent the voice of allah is sprouting from under the grounds of Iran and Syria. Lead by a self proclaimed caliph, Abu Bakr al- Baghdadi, asserts the shadow of the prophet Mohammed as he claims religious authority over muslims across the globe.

ISIS or ISIL short for the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria or Levant consist of extremist point of views. This sunni-extremist group is oriented around an ideology based on the idea of the muslim brotherhood which was the very first Islamic group. This ideology is centered around a salafi methodology which reflects on the messenger of Allah, Muhammad. Muhammad stated the following, “The people from my own generation are the best, then those who came after them”. This concept is grasped with the idea that muslims must follow the example of the first generations, that being the Salaf.

This self proclaimed state promotes an “Islamic belief” based on their ideologies, but they go further than just the promotion of their extremist views. They apply, religious violence which they condemn as appropriate to situations. Individuals who do not believe in their ways are deemed infidels and or apostates. Their governed lands and highly regulated according to the laws of islam, and any small infractions are resulted in harsh punishments such as whipping.

They practise a form of genocide towards religious minorities and even to very muslims in hope of sparking fear which could help migrate individuals increasing their population.

ISIL implies practises that contradict all believes stated by the Qur'an, use the vulnerable minds of small children to create future soldiers by brainwashing them with incoherent lies, and carelessly paint a darker image of muslims than already exist.

These militants portray an idea and a goal, but in reality, they believe in their own lie to cover up for what ultimately is a terrorist organization trying to create havoc and war between states. Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is not a descendant of muhammad, he is a corrupt extremist with connections and previous power.