Is a student of Islamic university considered a Mujahid? And is he considered a martyr if he dies without participating in Jihad? And which has a greater reward: Jihad or becoming a scholar, a Mufti, and a trainer of Mujahidin?

Seeking and teaching Islamic knowledge are among the greatest acts of closeness to Allah and forms of Jihad in the path of Allah, especially in times when ignorance and innovations are widespread. Al-Tirmidhi narrated from Abu Umamah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Indeed, Allah and His angels, and the inhabitants of the heavens and the earths, even the ant in its hole and even the fish, send blessings upon the one who teaches people good."

It is not necessarily true that one who strives in Jihad by fighting is always superior to a seeker of knowledge. A scholar may benefit the Ummah in ways that surpass the benefit of Jihad. The preference between seeking knowledge and Jihad depends on varying circumstances and individuals. If Jihad is an individual obligation (fard ayn), then it is superior. If it is a collective obligation (fard kifayah), then seeking knowledge is superior. Moreover, knowledge has a broader benefit than Jihad, but the preference may differ based on a person's abilities and comprehension.

The reward of the doer and its multiplication are known to Allah according to their intention, sincerity, and beneficial impact. The one who strives in Jihad may have a greater reward, or the scholar may have a greater reward, for both have their virtues and immense rewards. The Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) said: "Whoever calls to guidance will have a reward like the rewards of those who follow him, without that diminishing anything from their rewards."