ISSUE: Journal of Islamic Studies for Universal Dialogue
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): ISSUE: Journal of Islamic Studies for Universal Dialogue

DECONSTRUCTING STEREOTYPES: AN ANALYSIS OF LEILA AHMED'S FEMINIST PHILOSOPHY OF WOMEN IN ISLAM

Neng Nurya Safitri (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Sadra)
Abdullah Abdul Kadir (Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Sadra)



Article Info

Publish Date
23 Jun 2026

Abstract

Equality between men and women is a principle that should be upheld in social life, especially within muslim communities that believe both genders hold equal status before God. However, in reality, not all groups within muslim societies share this perspective. Some still adhere to doctrines that position women as subservient to men. In fact, equality does not necessarily mean identical sameness, but rather the acknowledgment of fair and proportional differences. This study aims to explore the thoughts of Leila Ahmed, a prominent muslim feminist, who offers a philosophical perspective on the position of women in Islam. This research employs a qualitative approach history and phenomenology. The findings reveal that Leila Ahmed’s ideas emphasize the importance of deconstructing deep-rooted stereotypes in Islamic understanding regarding women. She asserts that men and women possess equal status, even though they have different values and characteristics. These differences form the basis of their respective uniqueness. In conclusion, the concept of gender equality in Islam needs to be reexamined in depth to avoid generalizations and misunderstandings. Advocacy for gender equality must remain grounded in the fundamental values inherent in each gender, while respecting the distinct roles and responsibilities of both men and women in a just manner.

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Journal Info

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ojs

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Subject

Religion Humanities Education Social Sciences Other

Description

ISSUE is an international peer reviewed journal of islamic studies which published by Sadra International Institute. This journal is published each semester, and multilingual (English, Indonesian, and Arabic). This journal provides a scholarly forum for sustained dis-cussion of islamic studies from ...