Tesneem Alkiek

Dr. Tesneem Alkiek, a scholar on Islamic tradition and gender, joins Qaanitah Hunter to challenge the notion that Islam is defined by men. They explore Aisha's significant role in Islamic history and how context alters our understanding of hadith. Tesneem emphasizes the importance of women's voices, critiques past interpretations rooted in bias, and advocates for women's active participation in scholarship. The discussion encourages a shift from a victimhood mentality to empowerment and collaboration in the pursuit of knowledge.