This document discusses religious terrorism and jihadism. It notes that the primary motivation for religious terrorism is often a political, social, or revolutionary agenda, though the ultimate goal is grounded in secular identity. For jihadists, victory is seen as guaranteed by God and ensures rewards in the afterlife. The document also discusses historical precedents for modern jihadism, such as conquests in the Bible and crusades. It provides context on the Middle East conflict and mentions terrorist groups like Aum Shinrikyo, which carried out a sarin gas attack in Tokyo in 1995.

1. Terrorism Understanding the Threat Course Text: Martin, Gus (2006). Understanding Terrorism . Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage.

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