Islam and the Muslims Are Free and Innocent of the Kharijite Extremists . Throughout Islāmic history - where circumstances have arisen and the environment has become fertile for their views to take shape - the Khārijites have appeared as factions separating from and opposing the main body of Muslims, contending against the rulers and proclaiming that the judgement is only for Allāh. The various hallmarks and traits mentioned about them by the Prophet (sallallaahu alayhi wasallam) are very apparent within them: young, ignorant, foolish of mind and intellect, deluded, displaying tremendous outward piety coupled with beautified alluring speech, yet ignorant of the Qurʾān and its injunctions, revolting against the authorities and judging the rulers and the ruled with apostasy, justifying the killing of Muslims and what is more. Download Full PDF Document.