You have written extensively on the issue of Islam and women. Contrary to many traditional ulema, you argue the case for gender equality in Islam. How does your approach differ from that of most…
The Quran declares that all the tenets and the teachings of Islam rest on the basic principle that Islam is a religion of nature. According to the Islamic belief, God is the creator of woman as well…
A man called Mughees and his wife, Bareera, who were living in slavery in Medina, decided to accept Islam. After some time the wife was set free. By winning her freedom she legally obtained the right…
The Qur'an calls Islam a religion of nature. This is because Islam is, in actual fact, based on the laws of nature. The commands of the Qur'an are a direct expression of those laws which have…
Farida Khanam | The Speaking Tree, March 03, 2019Compassionate, selfless, gentle and peace-loving, women are by nature pacifists, who work to reduce stress and strife, writes FARIDA KHANUMResearch…
Crest Edition | TOI | Week Jan.30 - Feb. 5, 2010 | Page 16The burqa is not a part of Islam but an element of Muslim culture and the distinction is important, says Farida KhanamThese days the burqa,…