gh-z-w

Description

The Arabic root غزو (gh-z-w) carries the core meaning of military expedition, raiding, or engaging in battle with the intention of conquest or combat. In the Quranic context, it appears in forms related to fighting and warfare, particularly referring to organized military campaigns undertaken by believers in defense of their faith or community. This root emphasizes the active, purposeful nature of military engagement rather than passive defense, and reflects the historical context of early Muslim community's struggles and the religious framework governing armed conflict.