Women in the Qur'an, traditions, and interpretation
Book Description
Barbara Freyer Stowasser offers readers a thoughtful exploration of feminine wisdom within Islamic sacred texts, examining how women's stories have shaped spiritual understanding across centuries. This scholarly yet accessible work traces the narratives of female figures connected to prophets from Adam through Muhammad, revealing how their experiences illuminate enduring questions about faith, community, and divine purpose.
Drawing from the Qur'an's revelations alongside medieval and contemporary interpretations, Stowasser guides readers through a rich tapestry of theological perspectives. She examines classical exegetical works alongside modern voices, including traditionalist, modernist, and fundamentalist viewpoints, creating a comprehensive picture of how these sacred stories continue to evolve.
The book ventures beyond formal theology to explore popular narratives and historical accounts, showing how these feminine archetypes function as cultural symbols that reflect Islamic communities' changing self-understanding. Readers discover how ancient wisdom speaks to contemporary spiritual seekers, as Stowasser traces the diminishing influence of traditional materials in present-day Islamic thought.
Through careful analysis of both classical sources and modern lay writings, this work reveals the dynamic relationship between sacred narrative and lived experience. For those seeking to understand how spiritual traditions interpret women's roles in the divine story, Stowasser provides valuable insights into the intersection of faith, culture, and social transformation across Islamic history.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
🕉️ Tradition: Islam
📄 Length: 206 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Biography
- ✓ Explore Coran
- ✓ Explore Vrouwen
- ✓ Explore Femmes dans l'islam
- ✓ Explore Femmes
- ✓ Explore Femmes dans le Coran
- ✓ Explore Koran
- ✓ Explore Frau
