Some men quote the Quran as an excuse to mistreat women, or to support claims that women are not as intelligent. They argue that one man is equal to two women. is that true? Does the Quran say that men are better than women? Find the answers and much more in this week's English Quran Tafsir session.
Nov 21
Surah An-Nisaa: The Women - Verse 32 - Legendary Women!
Do you want a happy married life with wonderful children? Allah's teachings bring peace and balance to humanity, particularly between men and women. Through Islam, you can ensure harmonious relationships, pure lineage, and provide your kids with a healthy environment to flouris ... Show More
12m 5s
Mar 2023
"Not Like the Other: Women in the Quran" - Ramadan Reflections 2023 - Episode 1
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On the first day of Ramadan 2023/1444, we introduce the theme of "Not Like the Other: Women in the Quran.
In the Quran, when speaking about the lead-up to the birth of Maryam binte Imran we are told that her parents had made an oath to dedicate their child, whom they we ... Show More
7m 17s
Dec 2022
Does Islam Oppress Women? - Ustadh Muhammad Tim Humble
O mankind! We have created you from a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes, that you may know one another. Verily, the most honourable of you with Allâh is that (believer) who has At-Taqwâ [i.e. he is one of the Muttaqûn (the pious. See V.2:2)]. Verily, Allâh i ... Show More
2h 38m
Feb 2024
Day 56: Jealous Husbands (2024)
Fr. Mike explains how God elevates the dignity of women by providing new laws around husbands accusing their wives of unfaithfulness. Today we read from Numbers 5, Deuteronomy 5, and Psalm 90.
For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear.
Please note: The ... Show More
22m 48s
Sep 30
Collagen's dirty secret — and its clean future | Fei Luo
From cosmetics to nutrition, collagen is seemingly everywhere — but we don't often discuss its ethically questionable sources, says chemical engineer Fei Luo. She delves into the groundbreaking technology that uses genetically modified yeast to brew animal-free collagen, a proces ... Show More
8m 29s