Sexual Ethics and Islam: Feminist Reflections on Qur'an, Hadith and Jurisprudence
by Kecia Ali
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Whether exploring the thorny issues of wives' sexual duties, divorce, homosexuality, or sex outside marriage, discussions of sexual ethics and Islam often spark heated conflict rather than reasoned argument. In this ground-breaking, lucid, and carefully constructed work, feminist Muslim scholar Dr Kecia Ali asks how one can determine what makes sex lawful and ethical in the sight of God. Drawing on both revealed and interpretative Muslim texts, Ali critiques medieval and contemporary show more commentators alike to produce a balanced and comprehensive study of a subject both sensitive and urgent, making this an invaluable resource for students, scholars, and interested readers. show lessTags
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this was SO good! easy to read and super super informative and well researched. in such a thin book, kecia ali covers everything from marriage contracts to the practice of concubinage in Islamic society in such an accessible and engaging style. i don't think i agree with everything ali suggests but her critique is never unduly harsh or unnecessary - every single argument is well substantiated and well researched. this book was wonderful to read and has definitely shaped the way i understand and think about some of the most pressing issues that muslims face when it comes to love, sex, and marriage.
This book is excellent! This woman is a brilliant scholar: quotes from a variety of texts, presents both (sometimes multiple) sides of an argument, and honestly reveals her own biases. I can't recommend this book strongly enough!!!
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Dr Kecia Ali is Associate Professor of Religion at Boston University where her research focuses on Islamic law, women and gender, ethics, and biography.
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- Religion & Spirituality, Nonfiction, Sexuality and Gender Studies, General Nonfiction
- DDC/MDS
- 297.566 — Religion Other religions Islam Moral Theology, Pillars of the Faith
- LCC
- HQ32 .A45 — Social sciences The family. Marriage, Women and Sexuality The Family. Marriage. Women Sexual life Sex instruction and sexual ethics
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- English, Turkish
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- Paper, Ebook
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