Umm al-Dardā’ al-Ṣughrā: A Legacy of Scholarship and Empowerment for Contemporary Muslim Women
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.33102/jmqs.v21i1.527الكلمات المفتاحية:
hadith، knowledge، muslim women، scholarship، Umm al-Dardaالملخص
The study of female scholarship has received growing attention from both academic and non-academic communities. This renewed focus highlights the importance of revisiting historical perspectives, showing that Muslim women have made meaningful contributions to intellectual life. Historical records from as early as the 7th century affirm that women’s excellence in Islamic scholarship is a well-documented reality, not a constructed myth. This study aims to highlight the role of Umm al-Dardā’ al-Ṣughrā, a distinguished female hadith narrator from the Tābiʿīn period, as a representative figure in early Islamic scholarship. Utilizing qualitative research methods, including documentation, library research, and data from primary and secondary sources, this study explores her historical background, contributions to hadith scholarship, and her role as an inspiration for contemporary Muslim women. The findings reveal that Umm al-Dardā’ al-Ṣughrā was not only recognized for her scholarly excellence but also served as a role model for later generations. The study concludes that female participation in Islamic intellectual history is both significant and enduring, underscoring the inclusive nature of knowledge in Islam and advocating for the continued empowerment of women in religious and academic spheres.
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