What Does Islam Really Say About Women's Independence (financially)
Wa alaikum salam! I understand your concerns and appreciate your sincerity in seeking clarification. Let’s delve into the Islamic perspective on women’s rights and roles. >> Property and Financial Rights In Islam, a woman’s money and property are indeed hers alone, as stated in the Quran (4:32). She has the right to: – Earn and possess wealth independently – Manage her own property – Inherit property, albeit with different shares than her brother (4:11-12) >> Mahr and Inheritance Mahr is a mandatory gift from the groom to the bride at the time of marriage, which becomes her exclusive property. While it’s true that a smaller mahr is considered better, this emphasizes the spiritual aspect of marriage over material considerations. Regarding inheritance, the Quranic allocation of shares might seem unequal, but it’s essential to consider the broader social and economic context: – Women typically receive a share of their father’s or husband’s wealth, while men are responsible for providing for their families – Men and women have different financial responsibilities and obligations >> Work and Permission A woman is not required to seek her husband’s permission to work, as long as her work does not conflict with her family responsibilities or Islamic values. >> Provision and Support A husband is obligated to provide for his wife’s basic needs, including food, clothing, and shelter (Quran 4:34). While it’s true that he’s not obliged to fulfill her extra expectations or hobbies, this doesn’t mean she’s confined to only fulfilling domestic duties. >> Purpose and Existence In Islam, a woman’s purpose and existence are not limited to childbearing or domestic roles. She has the right to: – Pursue education and personal growth – Engage in worship and spiritual development – Contribute to society and community service – Enjoy her rights and freedoms within the framework of Islamic values >> Conclusion Islam views women as equal partners in humanity, with unique roles and responsibilities. While there may be differences in financial rights and obligations, these are designed to promote social harmony and balance. A woman’s existence is not secondary or limited to domestic duties. She has the right to pursue her goals, develop her talents, and contribute to society, all within the framework of Islamic values. I hope this clarifies the Islamic perspective on women’s rights and roles.
Assalamu alaikum bhai @Sohail I know that on woman there is no financial duty. But my question is if she not even allowed to job by her guardian then how does “her wealth” even carry any value? because other sources mahr and ingeritance are not that much (I am asking from the perspective of middle class). Moreover husband is not obliged to fulfil her other necessitues apart from tge basic need. Then suppose today I want to buy a gadget my husabnd has that ability but as he is not obliged to buy he will not buy for me. And on the other hand he is not allowing to work me! So how us islam recognising fairness here for me? I am really confused. In your answe you said wife doesn’t need permission can you give me some fatwa link? because I heared the opposite
Wa alaikum assalam. So technically it is legal for him to prevent his wife from going outside without any valid reason? I am not talking about the necessary cases like going to doctor, parents. Rather simple outing. So if there is such a chance of being a “prisoner” moreover he is also not obliged to take financial responsibresponsibility more than the nafaqa then why would some girl want to get married and lose her freedom? I mean she will see her mother can’t even go outside without her fathers but her father can enjoy life. His only duty is to provide bare minimum nafaqa ! Won’t she rather choose to stay alone?