The Life & Character of the Seal of Prophets (sa) - Volume II — Page 67
II - Commencement of Jihād by the Sword & Fundamental Discussion on Jihād 67 that if these disbelievers desisted from war then they should also stand down immediately. Furthermore, the wisdom behind war has also been mentioned in this verse, and it is so that persecution no longer remains in the land and religious freedom may be established. Then He states: “And if these disbelievers incline towards peace, then O Messenger! you should also incline towards it, and put thy trust in Allāh. Surely, it is He Who is All- Hearing, All-Knowing. ” 1 Then He states: “And if anyone of the idolaters wish to come into your protection in order to investigate religion then let him come, then convey him to his place of security in your protection. ” 2 Then He states: “And those who have believed but have not migrated, i. e. , they do not support you in your afflictions are not entitled to your political friendship. Albeit, if they seek your help in the matter of religion, then it is your duty to help them, except against those disbelievers between whom and yourselves there is a treaty. And O ye believers! Be aware that God the Exalted sees what you do. ” 3 1 Al-Anfāl (8:62) 2 At-Taubah (9:6) 3 Al-Anfāl (8:73)