| − | The '''Order of Assassins''' is an ancient [[Muslim]] group that was founded by Hasan ibn al-Sabbah. Hasan founded the group in order to protect his sect of [[Islam]]. The word "assassin" is supposedly derived from the term "hashashin," the term Hasan's follower's referred to themselves as. Before committing the murders, the hashashins would eat hashish ([[marijuana]]). The hashashins were adept at stealth and surprise killings, again leading to the creation of the term "assassination."<ref>Gus Martin. Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues.</ref> | + | The '''Order of Assassins''' is an ancient [[Muslim]] group founded by Hasan ibn al-Sabbah. Hasan founded the group in order to protect his sect of [[Islam]]. The word "assassin" is supposedly derived from the term "hashashin," the term Hasan's follower's referred to themselves as. Before committing the murders, the hashashins would eat hashish ([[marijuana]]). The hashashins were adept at stealth and surprise killings, again leading to the creation of the term "assassination."<ref>Gus Martin. Understanding Terrorism: Challenges, Perspectives, and Issues.</ref> |