Kecia Ali befasst sich mit frühem islamischem Recht, Ethik und Biografien, wobei sie einen besonderen Schwerpunkt auf die Erfahrungen von Frauen legt. Ihre Arbeit erforscht die komplexen ethischen und rechtlichen Fragen innerhalb der islamischen Tradition. Die Autorin untersucht die historischen und gegenwärtigen Auswirkungen islamischer Rechts- und Ethiknormen auf das Leben von Muslimen, insbesondere von Frauen. Ihre Analysen bieten aufschlussreiche Einblicke in die Entwicklung islamischen Denkens und islamischer Praxis.
Key issues in Islam are explored in this concise guide, including the Qur'an, faith, theology, and gender. The authors delve into contemporary topics such as fundamentalism, martyrdom, and Jihad, while also examining the presence and influence of Islam in America and Europe. Islamic Law is another significant focus, providing a comprehensive understanding of the religion and its cultural implications.
Muhammad ibn Idris al-Shafi'i (767-820) was one of Islam's foundational legal thinkers. Shafi'i considered law vital to social and cosmic order: the key obligation of each Muslim was to obey God. This study sketches his life in his intellectual and social context.
Sexism in academic Islamic studies is critically examined, revealing a persistent male dominance that sidelines women's contributions and research on gender. Kecia Ali analyzes various aspects such as publications and curricula, highlighting how women's scholarship is often overlooked, even in gender-focused discussions. The book addresses the challenges faced by female scholars in media representations and offers a "Beginner's Guide to Eradicating Sexism in Islamic Studies," providing practical strategies for fostering equality and transforming professional norms within the field.