Episode Details

In this thought-provoking episode of School of Divine Mysteries, Aba Al-Sadiq (fhip) responds to a timely and controversial question posed by his disciple Zahra: "What is a woman according to Islam?" This question has gained significant attention in recent times, especially following a recent controversy at the Paris Olympics, where a female-born boxer, genetically tested with XY chromosomes, was accused of being a man. Aba Al-Sadiq (fhip) dives deep into Islamic teachings, revealing that the definition of a woman is not always limited to biological females. This is a subject that was debated during the time of the Prophet (pbuhaf) and the Imams (as), as this phenomenon has existed throughout history. The answer might surprise you, and challenge modern assumptions about gender in Islam. Watch the episode to uncover the shocking answer and gain a deeper understanding of this highly debated topic.