An Islamic Perspective on Domestic Violence

Authors

Azizah Y. al-Hibri, University of RichmondFollow

Abstract

In this Article, the author addresses the traditional Islamic view of domestic violence. To understand the Islamic perspective on domestic violence, the author will explore the Islamic view of gender relations, especially within the family. This view is rooted in the Qur'an, which is examined in this Article.

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2003

Recommended Citation

Azizah Y. al-Hibri, An Islamic Perspective on Domestic Violence, 27 Fordham Int'l L.J. 195 (2003).