Baisakhi Priyadarshini Jena / Mohammed Imran / Pratikshya Priyadarshini
Women, Knowledge, and Islam: A Sacred Tradition of Education examines the central place of education for women within Islamic teachings, grounded in the Qur’an, Hadith, and early Islamic scholarship. It brings to light the often overlooked contributions of Muslim women scholars, educators, and intellectuals who shaped Islamic civilization across centuries. By addressing historical realities alongside modern misunderstandings, the book reaffirms education as a shared religious duty and a means of moral, social, and intellectual empowerment. It also engages with contemporary challenges and debates, offering an informed and balanced perspective on advancing women’s education within an authentic Islamic framework.
