There is an absurd amount of focus on modesty and women when Islam requires that both sexes incorporate modesty into their lifestyles. This is because we live in a patriarchal society in which men believe they have a right to women's bodies--and also because such societies encourage the development of reputation over character: modesty is …
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thoughts on Islam as an organized religion and the relevance to sectarianism
I have well documented issues with sectarianism. But I've often wondered if it is logically possible to not be part of a sect in actual practice within an organized religion? Human beings are often inclined to define things as the opposite of other things, so what is it that prevents someone from saying "she's part …
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About the Section Dedicated to "Women in Islamic History"
Much of the practice of Islam is based largely on tradition, most of which as been erased or completely made up, and so--in addition to the fact that I love good stories--the purpose of Women in Islamic History is to demonstrate that tradition was dangerously modified to appeal to the needs of deplorable men. And …
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speculations
In case you haven't heard, the rapture has been postponed to October.I poke fun at those who believed it, but it's fair for anyone to say that my beliefs are equally absurd. I personally don't think so. =P But of course it's a valid point.You see, I've always entertained the thought that time isn't linear, …
The People of Sodom
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Islamic History and the Women You Never Hear About: Wallada bint al-Mustakfi
Cordoba, Spain. Wallada bint al-Mustakfi was a poetess, who both wrote and inspired poetry, and is said to have been an ideal beauty for her time. (Blue eyes, blonde hair, and fair skin--that was always a thing, apparently.) Al-Mustakfi is known for her unshakeable pride and defiance of traditional gender roles. Not only did she …
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Hadith.
Hadith are used as tools to understand the Qur'an. Whether or not they should be used at all is up for debate and has been a subject of great controversy. It's been noticed here that I rarely use hadith--the reason is not because I am a Quranist, (though I emphasize with them) but rather because …
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