About this episode
The episode explores the concept of gender equity in the Qur'an through the figure of Maryam as a model of devoutness.
One of the questions regarding the Qur'an is whether it is a scripture that supports gender hierarchy or equality. I examine a new article that touches on the meaning of "devout" (qanitat) in the Quran and how it could help answer this question. In particular, Mary/Maryam is described as being among the "devout" and as a model for all believers. Send me a text regarding your feedback, comments and questions Subscribe to the Islamic Mary podcast which is available on the maj...
People in this episode
Host: Younus Y. Mirza
Topics covered
- gender equity
- Qur'an interpretation
- devoutness
- Maryam
- gender hierarchy
Keywords
- gender equity
- Qur'an
- Maryam
- devout
- gender hierarchy
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Qur'an
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