In our study, it is aimed to discuss the notions of ideal society and jihad of Qutb, who has been asserted to have a direct or indirect effect on the foundation of several takfiri and radical movements and examine the concepts which have a central place in his system. It is our belief that the concept of jihad which Qutb frequently discussed yet never addressed systematically in his works, and for which it has been open to misinterpretation and misapprehension, it is important to deal with his notion in holistic approach in order to appreciate his insights on the subject. This study has found that generally Qutb had not declared anyone an apostate directly, and he had not supported religious violence and terror. However, his apologist approach and particularistic religion perception have led his intentions to be misinterpreted and thus to be considered as the father of radical Islamist movements.