Domestic violence and the Islamic tradition /
Ayesha S. Chaudhry.
- 1 online resource.
- Oxford Islamic legal studies .
- Oxford Islamic legal studies. .
Includes bibliographical references and index.
A frank, personal investigation into the contentious issue of marital violence within Islamic law. Drawing heavily on the author's own experience, the book explores the attempt to reconcile a tradition of patriarchal authority with egalitarian values. The book presents an insightful and provocative contribution to the debate about women in Islam.
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Qur'an--Evidences, authority, etc.
Family violence (Islamic law) Women (Islamic law) Islamic ethics.