Mansur Ashkar, a member of the Druze community, delivers an urgent message to American university students. He exposes the escalating threat of jihadist Syrians targeting the Suwayda mountain region, that we'll call Druzeland, with violent intentions that could lead to a massacre. Recent sectarian clashes in Suwayda, a Druze-majority area, have already claimed over 100 lives, fueled by extremist ideologies and false accusations against the Druze.
What is Jihad, and Why is it Dangerous? Jihad, in its broadest sense, refers to a struggle or effort in the path of Islam, which can include personal spiritual growth or, in extreme interpretations, violent campaigns to impose religious dominance. Radical jihadist groups, like those linked to Syria’s new authorities with roots in Al-Qaeda, misuse this concept to justify terrorism, sectarian violence, and genocidal attacks against minorities like the Druze, Alawites, and Christians. These groups promote intolerance, destabilize regions, and threaten global security by spreading fear and division. Their actions in Syria, including raids on Druze towns, reveal a pattern of targeting vulnerable communities under the guise of religious duty.
Why Should American Students Care?
The ideology of jihadism isn’t confined to Syria—it’s a global threat that fuels extremism, radicalization, and violence, even in Western societies. Understanding these dangers is critical for students to recognize the stakes of unchecked radicalism on campuses and beyond. Mansour’s warning highlights the need for awareness and solidarity with communities like the Druze, who face existential threats for their faith and identity.
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Who are the Druze?
The Druze are a distinct ethnoreligious group primarily located in Syria, Lebanon, Israel, and Jordan, with a global population estimated between 800,000 and 1.5 million. Originating in the 11th century as an offshoot of Ismaili Shi'a Islam, their faith, Druzism, blends monotheism, reincarnation, and esoteric teachings attributed to Hamza ibn Ali, incorporating Gnosticism and Neoplatonism. The Druze claim spiritual descent from Jethro, the father-in-law of Moses, revered as a key prophet in their tradition. Known for their tight-knit communities and cultural resilience, they maintain secretive religious practices accessible only to initiates, do not accept converts, and often play significant roles in regional politics and military affairs while preserving a unique identity rooted in Arab heritage.
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The Book of Jubilees is an ancient text recording dialogue between an Angel of God and the Prophet Moses on Mount Sinai in 1,300 BCE. Jubilees is part of both the Christian Tewahedo Church's and the Jewish Israelite Ethiopian's Holy Bibles. It's been faithfully preserved and protected for millennia by Ethiopians in the ancient, sacred Ge'ez (Ethiopic) language.
Jubilees retells Genesis and part of Exodus, but with a different framing and many additional stories and dialogues that give new, bright color to the Biblical narrative. Weaving together the origin story of Abraham’s family with the universal, human story of our shared source in creation, Jubilees holds relevance for people of all faiths and backgrounds.
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May this brand-new translation serve to unify nations and bring God-loving people together.
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