No, it doesn't necessarily have to say "mina" (or "among") in every verse to make the point that the Quran is not talking about all Jews. You have to get this information by reading the previous verses as well as the later verses that are found in the same chapter. Interpreting a verse by just looking at the verse itself and ignoring what is written before it and after it is quite likely to give you an improper understanding of the verse. Now, that being said, there are indeed several verses in the Quran which say good things Christians and Jews (who are known as ahl-ul-kitab). For example, the Quran mentions that "among them there are some" who are pious and righteous people, who command what is right and forbid what is wrong, and try to excel each other in acts of charity and goodness. These are amongst the people who are assured that whatever good they will do will not be denied by Allah and that they will be rewarded for their actions.
As for the execution of Jewish tribes, the reason for that was because the Jews had broken the peace treaties that they used to have with the Muslims, i.e. so that the Muslims can defend themselves. There used to be a deal between the Muslims and non-Muslims to not to start a battle as long as they remain peaceful as mentioned in the Quran, which says, "And if they incline towards peace, then incline to it (also), and trust in Allah" ( 8:61). If a non-Muslim tribe did break a treaty, then that's the only time when wars and executions were allowed for the Muslims. And more importantly, the only reason that such wars were allowed was for the purpose of self-defense.
Also, there were many examples of Christians, Jews, and other communities flourishing under Islamic rule without being forced to live as Muslims. The Prophet Muhammad granted autonomy to the Christians and Jews as long as they signed a pact of non-aggression and paid taxes while living in an Islamic state - and in return - they were given their autonomy and a guarantee for safety and security for their lives, money, and honor. You can learn more about this topic in a book titled Jews of Islam, by Bernard Lewis.
Rhythm: You asked me questions that would take me at least a few paragraphs to answer. So, I'm sorry, but I don't have the time right now.
Fr0d0: Feel free to tell me what verses you were talking about, then.
Also, I didn't understand what you meant by me agreeing with the "fundamentalist fatherland types." Sorry, but I didn't even understand the point of your reply.
As for the execution of Jewish tribes, the reason for that was because the Jews had broken the peace treaties that they used to have with the Muslims, i.e. so that the Muslims can defend themselves. There used to be a deal between the Muslims and non-Muslims to not to start a battle as long as they remain peaceful as mentioned in the Quran, which says, "And if they incline towards peace, then incline to it (also), and trust in Allah" ( 8:61). If a non-Muslim tribe did break a treaty, then that's the only time when wars and executions were allowed for the Muslims. And more importantly, the only reason that such wars were allowed was for the purpose of self-defense.
Also, there were many examples of Christians, Jews, and other communities flourishing under Islamic rule without being forced to live as Muslims. The Prophet Muhammad granted autonomy to the Christians and Jews as long as they signed a pact of non-aggression and paid taxes while living in an Islamic state - and in return - they were given their autonomy and a guarantee for safety and security for their lives, money, and honor. You can learn more about this topic in a book titled Jews of Islam, by Bernard Lewis.
Rhythm: You asked me questions that would take me at least a few paragraphs to answer. So, I'm sorry, but I don't have the time right now.
Fr0d0: Feel free to tell me what verses you were talking about, then.
Also, I didn't understand what you meant by me agreeing with the "fundamentalist fatherland types." Sorry, but I didn't even understand the point of your reply.
