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by which they are remembered [i.e. their honor, eminence
and dignity]" (Surat al-Mu'minun: 71), this morality gives
people their dignity and honor. Therefore, women who

live by this morality will be respected and enjoy their
deserved honor and dignity.
As we mentioned earlier, Allah has not determined
separate characters for men and women and therefore calls
on all people to abide by one Muslim character. Therefore,
Muslims fear and respect Allah, seek His good pleasure, and
seek only to win the Hereafter, in the full knowledge that this
worldly life is temporary and that he or she will die one day.
All Muslims always strive to live by the Qur'an's morality. Women
who do so are free from all of the character defects, weaknesses, and
prejudices found among unbelievers. Instead, they develop a strong
character based on their belief. Believers disregard the suggestions and
criticisms of their society, family, or friends and live according to the
Qur'an's values and morality.

Mary is one of the best role models for such women, for during all
of the difficult trials that she underwent at the hands of her unbelieving
society, she always showed her strength of character and integrity. And,
the strength that she derived from her belief in Allah, her sincere sub-
mission to Him, and her constant adherence to Islam's values enabled
her to preserve her honor and integrity. In fact, she was noted for these
qualities among people.
In the coming pages, we will explore the basics of a woman's ideal
character and how much it differs from the character of unbelieving
women.
Muslim Women Submit to Allah

Muslim women believe in Allah with a true heart, submit com-

Harun Yahya (Adnan Oktar)