Category Archives: child rights

Islamic History and the Women You Never Hear About: The Rights of Girls

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

When Umm Salama, a woman famous for her intelligence and sound judgment and argumentative nature, asked the Prophet “Why are men mentioned in the Qur’an and why are we not?” she did not only challenge the pre-Islamic customs that were … Continue reading →

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No, you do not have the right to a child-free prayer area.

Posted on July 1, 2011 by

Yes, even if the child is screaming. I am not a mother. I would say–and have said–that I plan to be a mother, but I don’t really plan. If I get married, then great! If I don’t get married, then … Continue reading →

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