JPLED
Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development (JPLED)

Methodological Critique of Amina Wadud's Interpretation of Q.S. An-Nisa' [4]:11

Vera Siska (Unknown)
Khairunnas Jamal (Unknown)
Mochammad Novendri S (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
19 Dec 2025

Abstract

This study aims to critically examine Amina Wadud’s interpretation methodology of Q.S. An-Nisa’ [4]:11 and compare it with the classical exegesis of Al-Tabari and the contemporary approach of Quraish Shihab. The research focuses on an epistemological and methodological analysis to explore how differences in interpretative paradigms narrative-based, rational, and feminist affect the understanding of the inheritance verse. The study employs a descriptive-comparative method using qualitative library research. The results show that Al-Tabari interprets the verse through the riwayah-based and juristic consensus approach, emphasizing proportional justice according to Islamic law, while Quraish Shihab applies a contextual-rational method while maintaining textual norms. In contrast, Amina Wadud interprets the verse from a gender justice perspective, rejecting literal readings in favor of social equality. The methodological critique highlights that Wadud’s hermeneutic-contemporary approach tends to over-contextualize the text, potentially shifting the normative meaning of the Qur’an.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jpled

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Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development is an open access, peer-reviewed, scientific journal published by GAES (Global Action and Education for Society). The aim of this journal is to publish articles dedicated to the latest outstanding developments in the field of education. It ...