Jihadism and Existential Philosophy

Newell argues that jihadist ideology draws inspiration from existential philosophers like Rousseau, Heidegger, and Sartre, rather than solely from Islam. He highlights the shift from far-right nationalism to far-left Neo-Marxism in shaping the concept of an authentic people of destiny. Jihadism is portrayed as a totalitarian ideology masquerading as a religious movement, erasing the history and true faith of Islam.