party of god

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Definition

Proper noun A Shiite militant and political organization based in Lebanon, with strong ideological and material ties to Iran. Its stated goal is the establishment of an Iranian-style Islamic republic in Lebanon and resistance against Israel. It is widely known for its use of suicide car bombings as a primary tactic.

Usage
  • The term is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this organization. It functions as a singular entity.
  • It is often discussed in contexts related to Middle Eastern politics, asymmetric warfare, terrorism studies, and the Lebanese political landscape.
Examples
  • As a subject: " has been a dominant force in Lebanese politics for decades."
  • As an object: "The government imposed sanctions on for its militant activities."
  • With modifiers: "The military wing of is considered a potent fighting force."
Advanced Usage
  • The organization is frequently analyzed as a "state within a state" due to its extensive social services network and independent military capability in Lebanon.
  • In geopolitical discourse, it is described as a key component of the "Axis of Resistance," a coalition opposed to Western and Israeli influence in the region.
Variants and Related Words
  • Hezbollah: This is the more common English transliteration of the Arabic name (حزب الله), which is synonymous with "Party of God." It is the term most frequently used in media and academic writing.
  • Hizbullah: An alternative, less common transliteration.
Synonyms
  • Hezbollah
  • Hizbullah
  • The Islamic Resistance in Lebanon (a name used for its military wing)
Notes on Meaning
  • While the literal translation is "Party of God," the term in English refers exclusively to this specific Lebanese organization. It is not a generic term for any religious political party.
  • The designation of the group as a "terrorist organization" is applied by several governments (including the United States and the European Union) but is contested by others. In many contexts, it is described as a "militant group" or "political-military organization."
Noun
  1. a Shiite terrorist organization with strong ties to Iran; seeks to create an Iranian fundamentalist Islamic state in Lebanon; car bombs are the signature weapon