The Issue of woman-man Equality from the Perspective of American Writer Robert Spencer " A Critical Study" | ||||
| هرمس | ||||
| Article 7, Volume 12, Issue 3 - Serial Number 45, July 2023, Page 63-84 PDF (554.57 K) | ||||
| Document Type: المقالة الأصلية | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/herms.2023.371303 | ||||
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| Author | ||||
| Hani Nagji | ||||
| Department of Islamic Studies in Foreign Languages English Section, Al-Azhar University | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| This study critically examines the concept of gender equality in Islam, specifically addressing the writings and perspectives of the American blogger Robert Spencer. The research aims to counter Spencer's assertions that Islam does not uphold gender equality. Spencer contends that Islam regards women as inferior to men, granting men the authority to control women, inherit more, and suppress them through practices such as polygamy. This study presents compelling arguments highlighting Islam's profound respect for women and their equal rights and responsibilities. Any disparities in obligations are attributed to inherent biological distinctions between men and women. For instance, polygamy is viewed as an exceptional measure applicable in specific circumstances, such as post-war periods with a surplus of widows and orphans, serving as a means of care and protection for them. The division of inheritance is based on principles of kinship, the financial obligations of male heirs, and the position of the inheriting generation. Ultimately, this research underscores Islam's perspective of women as equal partners to men in terms of rights and responsibilities, effectively refuting claims that Islam devalues or oppresses women. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Equality; Islam; Spencer; women in Islam; polygamy; inheritance; women's testimony; qiwama (male guardianship | ||||
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