Guidelines for Students of Knowledge in Defending the Religion and the Homeland

Question:
One of the students says: There are some who claim to be scholars who form groups to defend the religion and the homeland and to denounce, in their claim. What are the guidelines by which students of knowledge can properly defend their religion and their homeland and confront those groups?

Answer:
The guidelines, and praise be to Allah, are clear. First, sincerity of intention for Allah the Mighty and Majestic. Second, learning beneficial knowledge. Sincerity of intention and the desire for good are not sufficient; one must learn beneficial knowledge, then act upon it, then call to it, practice it, and spread it among the people. Your affairs will not be right except by this.
First, knowledge; second, action; third, calling to it; fourth, patience in the face of harm in it. Patience in the face of harm in it: whoever does this will face difficulties and problems. He seeks help from Allah, then from patience and steadfastness upon this truth. Then the result is victory from Allah the Mighty and Majestic. Yes.