Hamas published a “Covenant” of 36 articles on August 18, 1988, that details its aims and ideology precisely. Distort not thy face out of contempt to men, neither walk in the earth with insolence; for Allah loveth no arrogant, vain­glorious person.” (Lokman – verses 16-18). He who denies its right, evades supporting it and turns a blind eye to facts, whether intentionally or unintentionally, would awaken to see that events have overtaken him and with no logic to justify his attitude. Multiple commentators, including Jeffrey Goldberg and Philip Gourevitch, have identified this passage as incitement to genocide. “Say unto those who believe not, Ye shall be overcome, and thrown together into hell; an unhappy couch it shall be.” (The Family of Imran – verse 12). The Islamic Resistance Movement, also known as the HAMAS, is an extremist fundamentalist Islamic organization operating in the territories under Israeli control. “For the state of injustice lasts but one day, while the state of justice lasts till Doomsday.”. This is the law governing the land of Palestine in the Islamic Sharia (law) and the same goes for any land the Muslims have conquered by force, because during the times of (Islamic) conquests, the Muslims consecrated these lands to Muslim generations till the Day of Judgement. It is a step that inevitably should be followed by other steps. They were behind World War II, through which they made huge financial gains by trading in armaments, and paved the way for the establishment of their state. “...and we have put enmity and hatred between them, until the day of resurrection. This is a visual demonstration of a fact known to anyone familiar with Hamas texts. Wise conduct is indeed the target of the believer who follows it wherever he discerns it. "Hamas Covenant 1988." Burke, Edmund III and Lapidus, Ira M. eds. They wish for that which may cause you to perish: their hatred hath already appeared from out of their mouths; but what their breasts conceal is yet more inveterate. It is connected to the source of spirit and the granter of life, hoisting in the sky of the homeland the heavenly banner that joins earth and heaven with a strong bond. It prays to Allah for guidance and directions for all and it spares no effort to keep the banner of unity raised, ever striving for its realization in accordance with the Koran and the Prophet's directives. The souls of its Mujahidin gather with all the souls of the Mujahidin who strove with their souls on the land of Pales- It contains the father and the brother, the next of kin and the friend. Our struggle against the Jews is very great and very serious. She is the maker of men. Hamas totally rejected the PLO’s quest for a two-state solution. Nothing can overcome iron except iron. In face of the Jews' usurpation of Palestine, it is compulsory that the banner of Jihad be raised. The Role of Islamic Art in the Battle of Liberation: Art has regulations and measures by which it can be determined whether it is Islamic or pre-Islamic (Jahili) art. In 2010, he reaffirmed a major commitment of the covenant saying "Our ultimate plan is [to have] Palestine in its entirety. They must prevent any foul play with the future of the upcoming generations and anything that could cause loss to society. The Prophet, prayers and greetings be unto him, said: “Blessed are the generous, whether they were in town or on a journey, who have collected all that they had and shared it equally among themselves.”. Whoever takes Islam as his way of life, be it an organization, a grouping, a country or any other body, the Islamic Resistance Movement considers itself as their soldiers and nothing more. I say this loud and clear so that nobody will accuse me of employing political tactics. From this state of affairs the incentives are drawn. “I swear by the holder of Mohammed's soul that I would like to invade and be killed for the sake of Allah, then invade and be killed, and then invade again and be killed.” (As related by al-Bukhari and Muslim). How excellent was the Muslim poet, Mohamed Ikbal, when he wrote: “If faith is lost, there is no security and there is no life for him who does not adhere to religion. 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And verily if thou follow their desires, after the knowledge which hath been given thee, thou shalt find no patron or protector against Allah.” (The Cow – verse 120). One's cousin is the wing one flies with – could the bird fly without wings?”. The Covenant of the Islamic Resistance Movement was issued on August 18, 1988. It works with its own resources and whatever is at its disposal “and prepare for them whatever force you can,” for the fulfilment of the duty, and the earning of Allah’s favor. The Hamas Covenant or Hamas Charter, formally known in English as the Covenant of the Islamic Resistance Movement, was originally issued on 18 August 1988 and outlines the founding identity, stand, and aims of Hamas (the Islamic Resistance Movement). Only the Gharkad tree, (evidently a certain kind of tree) would not do that because it is one of the trees of the Jews.” (related by al-Bukhari and Muslim). The Islamic Resistance Movement does not allow slandering or speaking ill of individuals or groups, for the believer does not indulge in such malpractices. The 1988 charter contained references to anti-Semitic canards, such as the assertion that through shrewd manipulation of imperial countries and secret societies, Jews were behind a wide range of events and disasters going as far back in history as the French Revolution. As the Islamic Resistance Movement paves its way, it will back the oppressed and support the wronged with all its might. Each of these circles has its role in the struggle against Zionism. It will strive to show the right path and to judge the case in question with objectivity. “Whosoever mobilizes a fighter for the sake of Allah is himself a fighter. [2] The original charter's tone and casting the Israeli-Palestinian conflict as part of an eternal struggle between Muslim and Jews became an obstacle for the movement to be able to take part in diplomatic forums involving Western nations. The Hamas covenant, issued in 1988, is replete with anti-Semitism, and echoes the notorious Protocols of the Elders of Zion charging Jews with an international conspiracy to gain control of the world. It is necessary to follow Islamic orientation in educating the Islamic generations in our region by teaching the religious duties, comprehensive study of the Koran, the study of the Prophet's Sunna (his sayings and doings), and learning about Islamic history and heritage from their authentic sources. Only the Gharkad tree would not do that, because it is one of the trees of the Jews. The imperialistic forces in the Capitalist West and Communist East, support the enemy with all their might, in money and in men. This should be realized by every Muslim. With their money they stirred revolutions in various parts of the world with the purpose of achieving their interests and reaping the fruit therein. Peaceful Solutions, Initiatives and International Conferences: Initiatives, and so-called peaceful solutions and international conferences, are in contradiction to the principles of the Islamic Resistance Movement. Hamas (means) strength and bravery – (according to) Al-Mua’jam al-Wasit: c1. Israel is the terrorist. The Islamic Resistance Movement is Composed of Soldiers: While paving its way, the Islamic Resistance Movement, emphasizes time and again to all the sons of our people, to the Arab and Islamic nations, that it does not seek personal fame, material gain, or social prominence. They were able to defeat the Muslims for a while, but the Muslims were able to retrieve the land only when they stood under the wing of their religious banner, united their word, hallowed the name of Allah and surged out fighting under the leadership of Salah ed-Din al-Ayyubi. They were behind the French Revolution, the Communist revolution and most of the revolutions we heard and hear about, here and there. It strives to raise the banner of Allah over every inch of Palestine, for under the wing of Islam followers of all religions can coexist in security and safety where their lives, possessions and rights are concerned. Therefore strive to excel each other in good works; unto Allah shall ye all return, and then will he declare unto you that concerning which ye have disagreed.” (The Table, verse 48). Attitudes, conduct and decisions stem from ideologies. Their strength is theirs, and their future is theirs. According to the charter, Jewish people "have only negative traits and are presented as planning to take over the world. They shall not hurt you, unless with a slight hurt; and if they fight against you, they shall turn their backs to you, and they shall not be helped. "[14] Hamas has moved away from its charter since it decided to run candidates for office. Also, it is important to be acquainted with the current events, to follow what is new and to study the analysis and commentaries made of these events. Palestinian legislative and presidential election, 1996. This Covenant of the Islamic Resistance Movement (HAMAS), clarifies its picture, reveals its identity, outlines its stand, explains its aims, speaks about its hopes, and calls for its support, adoption and joining its ranks. The new charter also sought to question the ability of Fatah and its leader Mahmoud Abbas to act as the sole legitimate representative for the Palestinians. Each active person has his share. (The Cow – verse 130). With their money, they took control of the world media, news agencies, the press, publishing houses, broadcasting stations, and others. The Islamic Resistance Movement found itself at a time when Islam has disappeared from life. Because of the situations surrounding the formation of the Organization, of the ideological confusion prevailing in the Arab world as a result of the ideological invasion under whose influence the Arab world has fallen since the defeat of the Crusaders and which was, and still is, intensified through orientalists, missionaries and imperialists, the Organization adopted the idea of the secular state. On this basis, the Movement should be viewed and evaluated, and its role be recognized. Our homeland is one, our situation is one, our fate is one and the enemy is a joint enemy to all of us. It takes care of human rights and is guided by Islamic tolerance when dealing with the followers of other religions. The day The Palestinian Liberation Organization adopts Islam as its way of life, we will become its soldiers, and fuel for its fire that will burn the enemies. The Islamic Resistance Movement views seriously the defeat of the Crusaders at the hands of Salah ed-Din al-Ayyubi and the rescuing of Palestine from their hands, as well as the defeat of the Tatars at Ein Galot, breaking their power at the hands of Qataz and Al-Dhaher Bivers and saving the Arab world from the Tatar onslaught which aimed at the destruction of every meaning of human civilization.