The Role Of Women In Abrahamic Scriptures: A Comparative Study Of Selected Sacred Books

  • Zafer Ahmad Ganai
  • Yasmeen Jan
Keywords: Islam, Christianity, Judaism, Role of Women, Patriarchal elements

Abstract

This article examines the role of women in Islam, Christianity, and Judaism as depicted in their respective religious texts. It suggests that Christianity and Judaism have experienced distortions over time, focusing on the New Testament and the Hebrew and Samaritan Torah as the primary texts. The study explores themes of creation, family, and society within these religions. The Bible and Torah describe Eve's temptation and Adam's fall, whereas the Quran attributes the temptation equally to both Adam and Eve, emphasizing devotion and piety over gender. In contrast, Judaism and Christianity exhibit clear patriarchal elements, imposing restrictions on women's authority and roles within the family. The patriarchal structure in Islamic societies is suggested to stem more from cultural influences than from religious doctrine, with elements from Israelite traditions infiltrating Islamic culture and jurisprudence under the guise of religion. The study employs a comparative methodology for its analysis.

Author Biographies

Zafer Ahmad Ganai

 Research Scholar, University of Kashmir. 

 

Yasmeen Jan

Research Scholar, University of Kashmir.

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Published
2024-09-11
How to Cite
Zafer Ahmad Ganai, & Yasmeen Jan. (2024). The Role Of Women In Abrahamic Scriptures: A Comparative Study Of Selected Sacred Books. Revista Electronica De Veterinaria, 25(1S), 1422 -1428. https://doi.org/10.69980/redvet.v25i1S.1191