An exploration of women's status before Islam and how the arrival of Prophet Muḥammad significantly improved their condition in Arabian society.
Dive into the life of Shajar al-Durr, a Turkish slave who rose to become the Queen of Egypt, exploring her significant contribution and unique legacy in Islamic history.
Discover the intricate rights and legal position of women under Muḥammadan law, exploring historical perspectives, societal implications, and notable examples of female leadership.
Discover the multifaceted term BATŪL (بتول), traditionally signifying purity and detachment, often associated with Fāt̤imah, the esteemed daughter of the Prophet Muhammad. Understand its origin, cultural impact, and theological significance.
Discover the multifaceted role of the Jilbab, an outer garment prescribed by the Qur’an for Muslim women, and its significance across various Islamic cultures.
Discover the heartbreaking practice of MAʾŪDAH (موءودة), the historical act of burying daughters alive in Pre-Islamic Arabia. Unveil its origins, prohibition in Islam, and its powerful cultural shift.
Discover the unique forms of divorce in Islamic jurisprudence—K͟hulaʾ, Mubāraʾah, and Z̤ihār. Understand their distinctions, cultural implications, and foundational principles.
Dive into the nuanced views of birth control and contraception within Islamic tradition, exploring historical acceptance, religious jurisprudence, and comparative analysis with other faiths.
Dive into the life of Hind bint Abi Umayya, also known as Umm Salama, an exceptional woman who played a significant role in early Islamic history. Understand her contributions, her journey, and her lasting impact on Islamic society.
Discover the powerful story of RAIḤĀNAH, a remarkable woman who played a significant role in Islamic history. Learn about her life, cultural impact, and the choices she made in the face of adversity.
Discover the life, work, and impact of Qasim Amin, a pioneering figure in the fight for women's rights in early 20th century Egypt. Learn about his progressive ideas and the complex legacy he left in Egyptian and Arab culture.
Dive deep into the historical, cultural, and religious significance of the Burqaʿ. Understand its etymology, cultural variations, and related concepts within the Islamic context of modesty and women's dress code.
Discover the life, wisdom, and enduring legacy of Ummu Salmah (ام سلمة), one of the esteemed wives of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Learn about her journey, her resilience as a widow and mother, and her significant contributions to Islamic history and female empowerment.
Unearth the life and impact of Musa Nabawiyyah, an Egyptian feminist, nationalist, writer, and educator who championed the cause of women's education and liberation within the framework of Islamic modernism.
Explore the intricate journey of Muslim Feminism. Understand its evolution, major concerns, figures, and its alignment with Islamic egalitarianism.
Dive into the essence of Al-Mujādilah (المجادلة), the dispute, its background, cultural implications, and the role it plays in the 58th Sūrah of the Qur'an.
Dive deep into the term ḤĀ'ʾIẒAH (حائضة), its meaning, significance, and the cultural and religious implications of menstruation in Islamic teachings. Understand the rules, cultural contexts, and theological underpinnings related to the menstruous woman.
Dive into the history and impact of the Women’s Action Forum, an influential group formed in 1981 to tackle gender biases and promote women’s rights in Pakistan. Understand its roots, achievements, and ongoing struggles for equality and representation.
Dive deep into the IVth Sūrah of the Qurʾān, 'AN-NISĀ (النساء)', which addresses various topics including women's rights, familial obligations, and societal guidelines.
Explore the life and legacy of Ḥafṣah bint ʿUmar, one of Prophet Muhammad's wives. Understand her significant contributions to early Islamic history and her role as a preserver of hadith traditions.
Nana Asmau (d. 1864), daughter of Uthman Dan Fodio, was a critical figure in the Sokoto Caliphate. A renowned scholar, pious Sufi, and political leader, she significantly contributed to the intellectual and ideological foundations of the West African jihad movement.
Discover the life and impact of Durriyah Shafiq, an Egyptian feminist, scholar, and activist who championed for women’s literacy and political rights. Explore her contributions and the struggles she faced within a conservative society.
Delve into the life of Zaynab Ghazali, a prominent Egyptian writer, teacher of the Muslim Brotherhood, and an advocate for women's engagement in all aspects of public life within Islamic boundaries.
A detailed exploration of the Qurʾān's teachings on women, addressing common misconceptions and presenting the inclusiveness and respect dictated by the Islamic holy text.
Delve into the Islamic concept of Ḥayẓ, commonly known as menstruation. Explore its religious, cultural, and social aspects within the Islamic tradition and compare it with perspectives from other cultures.
Explore the concept of Mustaḥāẓah (مستحاضة) in Islam, the term relating to a woman experiencing non-menstrual bleeding and its implications for religious practice and purity. Engage with its spiritual, theological, and cultural dimensions.
Delve into the Chador, an emblematic full-length garment worn by women in various Islamic cultures. Understand its origins, historical evolution, and cultural implications across different societies.
Dive deep into 'Istihaḍah,' the term for menstrual irregularities in Islamic jurisprudence. Understand its implications, cultural significance, and how it affects a woman’s religious duties and daily life.
Explore the life and legacy of Lalla Zaynab bint Shaykh Muhammad ibn Abi al-Qasim, an Algerian female saint and head of the Rahmania Sufi zawiyah. Understand her opposition to French colonial rule and her contributions to spiritual and social empowerment.
