A Reappraisal of the Islamic Feminist Movement and the Principle of Tolerance: A Case Study of Egyptian Society
Volume 37, Issue 2, December 2024, Pages 153-175
https://doi.org/10.22034/spektrum.2024.493759.1013
Zahra Izadbin, Seyed Abdolamir Nabavi
Abstrakt Islamic feminism is a progressive movement aimed at securing women's rights in Islamic societies through the reinterpretation of religious teachings to align traditional values with contemporary ideals of justice and equality. Central to this movement is the principle of tolerance, a key aspect of pluralism, which enables peaceful coexistence among diverse intellectual currents, particularly within Egypt's socio-political context. This study investigates the relationship between Islamic feminism and tolerance, focusing on their social and political dimensions. Using the "chain method and Theory" the research identifies conceptual connections and discursive shifts that shape the evolution of Islamic feminism's thought. This method highlights the interplay and contestation of ideas between Islamic feminism and other ideological movements. The findings reveal that Islamic feminism’s emphasis on tolerance has facilitated cross-cultural and intersubjective dialogues, creating ideological linkages between secular and religious currents. This interaction has enriched the intellectual landscape and enhanced the capacity for reformist initiatives within Islamic contexts. By fostering new pathways for dialogue and critical discourse, Islamic feminism has strengthened the push for gender justice, enabling broader structural reform within pluralistic societies. The integration of tolerance as a core principle has generated opportunities for greater engagement between diverse discursive traditions, boosting the reformist potential of Islamic feminism. Ultimately, this approach positions Islamic feminism as a transformative force, contributing to the larger agenda of social and intellectual change within multicultural environments.
