Criteria For Soldiering
Muslim jurists agree that Muslim armed forces must consist of debt-free adults who possess a sound mind and body. In addition, the combatants must not be conscripted, but rather enlist of their free will, and with the permission of their family.
Traditionally, "adults" have been defined as post-pubescent individuals above the age of 15.
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