Building Bridges:  A Spirit of Moderation and Equality in Relation to Islamic Female Figures

Ibtesam AbdulAziz  Bajri; Nada Abdulmajeed  Lashkar

doi:10.36941/ajis-2024-0138

Authors

Ibtesam AbdulAziz Bajri Dr. Professor in the Department of English Language, College of Languages and Translation, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Nada Abdulmajeed Lashkar MA Graduate Student, University of Jeddah, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.36941/ajis-2024-0138

Keywords:

Female Islamic figures, Gender equality, Moderation, Nusaybah bint Ka'ab, Queen Balqis, Feminist framework, Monotheistic faith, Virtues, Leadership, Islamic history

Abstract

This study examines how female Islamic figures exemplify gender equality and moderation in the Islamic faith, with a focus on Queen Balqis and Nusaybah bint Ka'ab. Using a feminist framework and textual analysis, the study highlights Queen Balqis's strength, courage, and dedication to the monotheistic faith, as well as Nusaybah's role in demonstrating Islam's emphasis on moderation and equality. The study emphasizes the importance of further research on other female Islamic figures and the cultivation of their virtues to reflect the best of Islam to others. The study concludes by highlighting the inspiring legacies of Queen Balqis and Nusaybah and the power of female leadership in Islamic history.

Received: 6 May 2024 / Accepted: 29 June 2024 / Published: 5 July 2024