Mary Ali and Anjum Ali

Mary Ali and Anjum Ali are affiliated with the Institute of Islamic Information and Education, an organization that seeks to elevate the image of Islam and Muslims in North America by providing information about Islamic beliefs and history. In the following viewpoint they credit Islam’s founder, the prophet Muhammad, for elevating the status of women to be equal to men. They argue that the rules found in Islam’s holy writings recognize the different and complementary roles men and women play in families; while women have different responsibilities than men, their rights and obligations under Islam provide for a complete and balanced life.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. What special rights do wives have under Islam, according to the authors?
2. What examples from the Qur&rsquo...