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Sexual Ethics and Islam: Feminist Reflections on Qur´an, Hadith, and Jurisprudence
Kecia Ali
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Description for Sexual Ethics and Islam: Feminist Reflections on Qur´an, Hadith, and Jurisprudence
Paperback. An updated edition of feminist academic Kecia Ali's assessment of whether a just system of sexual ethics is possible within an Islamic framework Num Pages: 320 pages. BIC Classification: HRAM1; HRH; JFFK; JFSJ1. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 216 x 135 x 22. .
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 updated and expanded edition of her ground-breaking 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 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 ... Read more
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Publisher
Oneworld Publications United Kingdom
Number of pages
320
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Condition
New
Number of Pages
320
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781780743813
SKU
V9781780743813
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About Kecia Ali
Kecia Ali is Professor of Religion at Boston University where her research focuses on Islamic law, women and gender, ethics, and biography.
Reviews for Sexual Ethics and Islam: Feminist Reflections on Qur´an, Hadith, and Jurisprudence
‘Relevant to most readers’ daily experience of discussion about Islam. The book is well worth reading.'
The Muslim World Book Review
‘It’s great to have a new edition of this foundational work in Muslim feminism that, ten years down the road, widens and deepens the important questions raised by the first edition.’
Dr. Judith Plaskow, Professor Emerita ... Read more
The Muslim World Book Review
‘It’s great to have a new edition of this foundational work in Muslim feminism that, ten years down the road, widens and deepens the important questions raised by the first edition.’
Dr. Judith Plaskow, Professor Emerita ... Read more