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Islamic Feminism: An Oxymoron?

Zealots at the Gate

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Muslim American Community and Gender Inclusivity

The chapter delves into the establishment and subsequent failure of the first Muslim hospital in a small city, which attracted a highly professional and educated Muslim American community, particularly physicians. It explores the progressive values and gender inclusivity within the community, featuring instances like the election of a female president and the absence of gender segregation during meetings and worship. The speaker narrates personal experiences of discrimination in mosque settings, advocating for Islamic feminism and emphasizing the significance of religious literacy in understanding and interpreting Islam.

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