Classifications of Shahid
There are at least 5 different kinds of martyrs according to Hadith.
Allah's Apostle said, "Five are regarded as martyrs: They are those who die because of plague, abdominal disease, drowning or a falling building etc., and the martyrs in Allah's cause. —Collected by Muhammad al-Bukhari, Sahih al-BukhariOne who dies protecting his property is also considered a martyr according to Hadith:
I heard the Prophet saying, "Whoever is killed while protecting his property then he is a martyr. —Collected by Muhammad al-Bukhari, Sahih al-BukhariRead more about this topic: Shahid