This research is a library research, which examines the verses of jihad using the
Double Movement Fazlur Rahman method. This research begin with the many
misunderstandings about the order of war (qitāl) contained in the Qur'an which
still often occurs in various circles, both from Western observers (orientalists) or
among Muslims themselves. This research also aims to criticize the perspective of
the Western world which thinks that Islam is a religion that likes violence. So the
purpose of this research is; first, to find out Fazlur Rahman's methodology.
Second, to find out the meaning of qitāl in the Qur'an. Third, to contextualize the
qitāl verses by using the Double Movement method. From this research the author
finds that Rahman emphasizes the importance of understanding the Qur'an as a
whole and becoming a unified whole. Rahman also distinguishes between general
laws (principles) and temporal laws, and emphasizes the importance of
considering the context in order to understand the Qur'an properly. Then by
applying the Double Movement method, the author finds the general principles
contained in the qitāl verses, namely: first, the command to jihad in the way of
Allah swt. Second, the command to always be aware of the enemies of Islam.
Third, the command to defend Islam with all the body and soul from all threats
from the enemies of Islam that come. Fourth, provide understanding to mankind
that Islam is not a religion of violence, but a religion of gentleness and rahmatan
lil alamīn. From this it can be proven that the meaning of jihad is not limited to
war, in the present context, jihad has a much broader meaning, such as jihad
against poverty, corruption, and media propaganda.