Women in Islam

Paper Summary:

This paper discusses the treatment of women in Islam and looks at how in terms of the ethical teachings of Islam there is equality of purpose and treatment between men and women. It examines how in reality, when it comes to the actual implementation and adherence to these laws, there are many countries and communities that have deviated from these ethical principles.

Outline
Introduction and Overview
Woman as an Individual
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"There is a generally common perception in the West that the ethical treatment of women in Islam amounts to gender discrimination, oppression and a transgression of basic human rights. Notwithstanding the issue of the way different cultures treat women, this is not a perception that is endorsed by many within Islamic communities and it certainly does not concur with actual Islamic teachings. This can be seen for the very outset in the way that the Koran describes the creation of women. In the Holy Scriptures there is no implicit difference made in terms of status or intrinsic value between male and female. In ethical terms, while there are differences between men and women, these biological differences do not impact or affect ethical values and treatment of women. Men and women are seen to be essentially the same in terms of relative value and status. Women are not seen to have any limitations when compared to men."

More papers on Women in Islam:

• Research Paper # 99882 : "Women in Islam"
• Comparison Essay # 91540 : "The Role of Women in Islam and Christianity"
• Essay # 5538 : "Women in Islam"
• Term Paper # 129265 : "Women in Islam"

APA Citation:

MLA Citation: