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All Journal Al-Fahmu: Jurnal Ilmu Al-Qur'an dan Tafsir Indonesian Journal of Islamic Literature and Muslim Society International Journal of Religious and Interdisciplinary Studies
Moh. Nor Ichwan
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Challenging Gender Inequality through Qur’anic Reinterpretation: The Hermeneutics of Nasr Hamid Abu Zaid Maulida Khasanah; Moh. Nor Ichwan; Muhammad Yusuf Pratama
Indonesian Journal of Islamic Literature and Muslim Society Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22515/islimus.v10i1.12045

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Gender discrimination in contemporary Muslim societies is often rooted in literal interpretations of certain Qur’anic verses perceived as gender-biased, particularly those related to polygamy and inheritance. This study aims to analyze and evaluate Nasr Hamid Abu Zaid’s hermeneutical approach in addressing gender issues within Qur’anic interpretation. Employing a qualitative method, the research utilizes a critical-comparative hermeneutic textual analysis by examining Abu Zaid’s major works alongside selected classical and modern exegeses. The findings indicate that Abu Zaid’s hermeneutics successfully trace the historical and cultural roots of gender bias in traditional interpretations. His approach provides an alternative framework for reinterpretation that considers socio-historical contexts, allowing for a more equitable and dynamic understanding of Qur’anic messages. Abu Zaid differentiates between the divine text and its historically constructed interpretations, advocating for a reinterpretation that aligns with evolving social realities and the principles of justice and equality. This study affirms that religious texts are inherently dynamic and open to reinterpretation, especially when read through a contextual and gender-conscious lens. Abu Zaid’s hermeneutics contribute significantly to the development of a progressive methodology in Qur’anic exegesis, offering critical insights for addressing gender justice in modern Muslim contexts. Consequently, this research introduces a renewed perspective in the discourse of gender and Islamic hermeneutics that is both theologically grounded and socially responsive
Pre-Islamic Arab Societies: Uncovering Cultural Heritage, Social Systems, and Belief Systems Moh. Nor Ichwan
International Journal of Religious and Interdisciplinary Studies Vol 1 No 1 (2024): March
Publisher : RaSAIL Media Group, Semarang, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64529/eqn8h496

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Pre-Islamic Arab society is a social group that inhabited the Arab region before the advent of Islam. Their rich culture, social structures, and belief systems have contributed significantly to the Middle East's historical advancement and civilization. This article seeks to provide a fuller understanding of pre-Islamic Arab society by emphasizing some aspects of the predominant cultural, social, and religious systems at the time. This study uses literary analysis to consult historical sources like ancient writings, trip diaries, and archaeological artefacts. A historical study has also been done to compile precise and comprehensive data. The research findings show pre-Islamic Arab society had a diverse and rich culture. They developed the highly respected Arabic language, poetry, and literary traditions. Their social structure comprises tribes, and each tribe has its strict hierarchy and moral laws. However, the variety of their religious traditions includes monotheistic, animism, polytheism, and paganism. This article argues that pre-Islamic Arab societies had a complex and rich cultural heritage. Their belief system incorporates numerous forms of mysticism, and their social order is founded on a solid tribal structure. Grasp pre-Islamic Arab society in depth can help one understand the Middle East region's history and culture.
Deconstruction of Patriarchal Interpretation of the Concept of Nafsin Wahidah in Surah An-Nisa: An Analysis of the Hermeneutics of Tauhid Asma Barlas' Perspective on Gender Equality Afifah Fitria Nugroho; Auwal Salisu; Moh. Nor Ichwan
Jurnal test Vol 4 No 2 (2025): AL-Fahmu: Jurnal Ilmu Al-Qur'an dan Tafsir
Publisher : Pusat Penelitian dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58363/alfahmu.v4i2.631

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This research examines the concept of nafsin wahidah in Surah An-Nisa verse 1 through Asma Barlas's anti-patriarchal theological perspective to address the dominance of classical exegesis that exhibits gender bias. This verse is often used to justify gender hierarchy through the narrative of Eve's creation from Adam's rib, despite the Qur'an not explicitly mentioning this. The significance of this study lies in its attempt to deconstruct the patriarchal legacy within the exegetical tradition that has resulted in social and legal inequalities against Muslim women. This research employs a qualitative approach with text analysis methods based on Asma Barlas's hermeneutics of tawhid, involving linguistic and historical analysis of QS. An-Nisa verse 1, as well as comparisons between classical exegesis and Barlas's approach in Believing Women in Islam. The analysis reveals that nafsin wahidah refers to the non-gendered and equal essence of humanity, rather than representing Adam as a superior male. Barlas dismantles patriarchal assumptions in classical exegesis by demonstrating that the concept of zaujaha emphasizes mutuality, not subordination. The hermeneutics of tawhid developed by Barlas positions the principle of God's oneness as the ethical and theological foundation for understanding gender equality. This research affirms that the Qur'an, when read contextually and justly, supports egalitarian relations between men and women. It is recommended that the hermeneutics of tawhid approach be applied more broadly in exegetical studies to build an inclusive and gender-just Islamic theology.
Co-Authors Afifah Fitria Nugroho Auwal Salisu Maulida Khasanah Muhammad Yusuf Pratama