No. 11,356 in Russian
джихад
The Russian word "джихад" translates to "jihad," meaning a struggle or effort, often interpreted as a spiritual or religious striving in Islam.
In a sentence
Джихад часто упоминается в религиозной литературе как духовная борьба.
Jihad is often mentioned in religious literature as a spiritual struggle.
The term 'джихад' here refers to the concept of internal spiritual striving towards righteousness and moral improvement in a religious sense.
Террористы неправомерно используют термин джихад для оправдания своих действий.
Terrorists unjustly use the term jihad to justify their actions.
Here, 'джихад' is inaccurately appropriated to describe violent actions, highlighting the misuse of a religious term in contexts outside its intended meaning.
Для многих мусульман джихад означает усилия по улучшению своего общества и мира.
For many Muslims, jihad means efforts to improve their society and the world.
In this sentence, 'джихад' refers to collective efforts and contributions toward societal and communal betterment as per religious and ethical ideals.
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