The Defensive Measures of Islam against the Economic War Waged by the the Followers of the Book

As the followers of divine religions before Islam, “the followers of the Book " did not have a rigid attitude about their relations with Muslims, though some of them at least expressed hostility against Muslims and launched various kinds of onslaughts against them, including an economic war. Using a descriptive- analytical method, the present paper which examines the economic war waged by the followers of the Book, shows that Islam adopted effective measures, used efficient methods and tools, and showed necessary reactions against these attacks. Following a proper procedure to monitor and control the situation of the followers of the Book and Muslims, Islam took drastic steps to diminish the risk of such onslaughts. The Quran and lifestyle of the Infallibles guided Muslims ideologically and practically and contributed to ensuring economic security and their absolute sovereignty over the Islamic community. Fostering the wellbeing of domestic economy, preserving national independence, controlling the economy of the followers of the Book and their defense budget are among the most important issues on which Islam emphasizes in this regard.