Q What is the status of women in Islam?
A In Islam, women were granted foundational legal rights long before they were adopted in the West. Under Sharia, women possess the absolute right to own property, inherit wealth, retain their maiden names after marriage, choose or divorce a spouse, and seek education. While traditional Islamic family frameworks designate distinct, complementary roles appointing the husband as the financial provider and the wife as the primary nurturer, both genders are explicitly stated in the Quran to be completely equal in spiritual worth and standing before God.
A In Islam, women were granted foundational legal rights long before they were adopted in the West. Under Sharia, women possess the absolute right to own property, inherit wealth, retain their maiden names after marriage, choose or divorce a spouse, and seek education. While traditional Islamic family frameworks designate distinct, complementary roles appointing the husband as the financial provider and the wife as the primary nurturer, both genders are explicitly stated in the Quran to be completely equal in spiritual worth and standing before God.
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What is Islam?One of the major religions of the world, Islam literally translates to "submission," as a follower of Islam (Muslims) devotes their life to that of their God. The religion began with the teachings of Muhammad in the 7th century. The theology of Islam is based on the Qur'an, which was given to Muhammad by God. Some of the major fundamental principles of Islam include the Five Pillars, which hope to unite all Muslims into a community. Two different factions of Muslims exist - the majority are known as Sunni, with a small percentage known as Shi'a - both predominantly reside throughout the Middle East. Muhammad died in 632 AD and the religion of Islam formally started after his death. The Quran was formally compiled and finalised in 650 AD, prior to which it was 'memorised' and written across many parchments.
