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Status of Women in Islam

On the other hand, Islam sent a clear message to the

human race as a whole that men and women, be they of
any nation, tribe, clan or colour occupying any part of the
earth, are the children of Adam and Eve.
“ O mankind! We created you from a male and a female and made
.you nations and tribes that you may know each other. Verily, the
most honoured of you in the sight of God is the most righteous. And
God has full knowledge and is well acquainted (with all things).”
Holy Quran 49:13

This verse makes clear the view point of Islam with
regards to human life on earth. It is addressed to all
mankind, as mankind is descended from one pair of
parents.

The distribution of people into nations, tribes,
communities and societies is only for the purpose of

knowing and recognising each other.

In this, of course, lies the great importance of Prophet
Mohammad’s saying: “Do not pride over your births and
your tribal or national superiority.”
“ O mankind! Be careful of your duty to your Lord Who created
you from a single soul and from it created its mate and from twain
scattered countless men and women....” Qur’an 4:1

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